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Boiling water 1/2 to 3/4 cup chopped dried apples, apricots, cherries, dates, figs, pears, raisins or dried currants 6 tablespoons butter 6 eggs 1 cup milk 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup flour Lemon juice and powdered sugar or berry jam or jelly, if desired |
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Pour boiling water over dried fruit to cover. Let stand to soften 5 to 15 minutes; drain.
Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C). In preheating oven, melt butter in a 13" x 9" baking pan, checking frequently to avoid scorching. In blender, combine eggs, milk, sugar and vanilla. Blend lightly to mix. Add flour. Mix well in blender. With a wooden spoon or rubber spatula, stir in chopped dried fruit. Pour into baking pan containing melted butter. Bake 20 to 25 minutes until puffy and golden brown. If desired, sprinkle with lemon juice and powdered sugar or serve with berry jam or jelly.
Serve immediately.
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