Steamed Bran Bread

Name: Steamed Bran Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 120 min
Total time: 135 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Bran; 4 tablespoons Raisins; 1/2 cup All-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts; 1/2 teaspoon Baking soda (Originally soda (saleratus).); 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar; 1/8 teaspoon Salt; 2 tablespoons Molasses; 1 teaspoon Baking powder; 1/2 cup Milk; 2 tablespoons Water; 2 tablespoons Butter (For greasing the mold and lid. Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))

This recipe for Steamed Bran Bread offers a unique and comforting alternative to traditional baked bread. The steaming method creates a moist and tender texture, while the combination of bran, raisins, and nuts provides a delightful mix of flavors and textures. This recipe uses simple ingredients like bran, flour, and molasses, steamed to perfection.

⏱ Prep: 15m

🍳 Cook: 120m

⏰ Total: 135m

🍽 Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

1 cup Bran
4 tablespoons Raisins
1/2 cup All-purpose flour
2 tablespoons Chopped nuts
1/2 teaspoon Baking soda (Originally soda (saleratus).)
1 tablespoon Granulated sugar
1/8 teaspoon Salt
2 tablespoons Molasses
1 teaspoon Baking powder
1/2 cup Milk
2 tablespoons Water
2 tablespoons Butter (For greasing the mold and lid. Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))

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