Flummery Recipe 🍊🥣
Description:
Flummery, a delightful Scottish dessert, has roots dating back to the fifteenth century, appearing in manuscript menus for grand feasts. Its essence lies in soaked cereal, where the liquid sets into a luscious jelly, complemented by flavors of orange juice or rosewater, crowned with creamy goodness and a drizzle of honey, optionally spiked with a hint of alcohol.
Cooking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Preparation Time: 48 hours
Total Time: 49 hours 30 minutes
Servings: Approximately 5 pints
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 254.9
- Fat Content: 12.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 7.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 43.7mg
- Sodium Content: 23.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 33.1g
- Fiber Content: 1.8g
- Sugar Content: 27.3g
- Protein Content: 2.2g
Ingredients:
- 30 cups water
- 4 cups old-fashioned oatmeal
- 6 cups caster sugar
- 2 oranges (for juice and grated rind)
- 5 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons brandy (optional)
- 4 cups double cream
Instructions:
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Soak the Oatmeal: Begin by soaking the oatmeal in water for a duration of 48 hours, allowing it to soften and infuse.
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Prepare the Flummery Base:
- After soaking, stir the oatmeal mixture thoroughly.
- Next, strain off the liquid into a saucepan, ensuring to discard the oatmeal solids.
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Sweeten and Flavor:
- To the oatmeal-infused liquid, add the freshly squeezed orange juice and caster sugar.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring continuously for approximately 10 minutes or until it thickens considerably.
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Incorporate Cream:
- Once the mixture reaches a thick consistency, remove it from heat and allow it to cool until tepid.
- Gently stir in the double cream until fully incorporated, creating a rich and velvety texture.
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Set in Refrigerator:
- Transfer the prepared flummery mixture into a large flat dish or individual serving dishes.
- Place the dish(es) into the refrigerator to set for approximately 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld and the texture to firm up.
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Final Touches:
- Upon setting, garnish the flummery with freshly grated orange rind for a burst of citrusy aroma.
- Drizzle generously with honey, infusing sweetness throughout.
- For an added touch of indulgence, optionally pour over a splash of whisky or brandy to elevate the flavors.
- Finish by dolloping whipped cream on top, adding a creamy, luxurious finish to this decadent dessert.
Enjoy your homemade Flummery, a timeless delight steeped in Scottish tradition! 🏴✨
