الجمعة، 17 أغسطس 2018

Why A Jamaican Fruit Cake Will Be A Hit At The Next Office Party

By Michael Wagner


There are many continental dishes that are becoming part of the growing food rave that many consumers cannot get enough of. Every week, people tune into cooking and travel shows to check culinary delights from around the world. Many have come to the conclusion that there is no food like that inspired by the Caribbean, as its intense spices can linger on the tongue for hours, especially the oxtails and Jamaican fruit cake.

Many people tend to associate baklava with Greek cuisine but this tasty dish actually originated in Turkey. This buttery, nutty, and sweet treat is not only shelf stable but often a little goes a long way. As most recipes call for honey and sugar, most people find a couple of triangles to be more than enough.

Making this cake at home is fairly easy and it is also easy to control the alcohol content if needed. Some bakers use natural rum flavor when serving to mixed groups or young people. While some credit the rum for the moist texture, there are many substitutes that can be added instead.

These moist cakes have the standard ingredients like butter, vanilla flavoring, and milk but the ample amounts of cinnamon, clove, and nutmeg give it a nice kick. The fruits are normally composed of candied and fresh versions of dark cherries, dates, papaya, pineapple, and raisins. When it comes to the liquids, this is when things, or tings, get interesting.

Although some recipes will use a candied fruit similar to holiday fruit cakes, some people like to soak fresh fruit in rum overnight before adding to batter. Usually, a mix of dried fruits like dates, pineapple, and raisins will give it a dense texture. For a nice variety, some will add fresh or candied cherry halves with lots of walnuts.

This is not an ordinary fruit cake that may be regifted during the holidays. Most people love this because of its alcohol content. Most recipes do not specify what type of rum but anyone who wants to loosen things up, it cannot hurt to try a dark version that is 151 proof.

This is best enjoyed with a warm cup of coffee or a small scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side. The great thing about this dessert is that the flavors will not get lost after a spicy meal. Anyone on a diet will be glad to know that this cake can be frozen and consumed at a later date. Just wrap tightly with plastic wrap and place inside a food storage or freezer bag and keep in coldest part of refrigerator no more than six months.

Whatever a person decides to bring, they should ensure that the dish is made with love. Anyone buying from a supermarket, no matter how nice should check expiration dates for freshness. Items made at home should be in a dish that transports well so it will remain intact once serving time has arrived. What a lot of people do not understand is that good food is a form of communication. Anyone willing to share their culinary skills with coworkers should also be prepared to share recipes.




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