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Figs used to be eaten on Palm Sunday, in commemoration of the barren fig tree, the account of which occurs in the Gospel for this season.
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What You Need:
(To Make: 1 pie)
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6 oz short crust pastry
½ teaspoon mixed spice
½ pound figs
1 oz currants
A little corn flour
½ tablespoon treacle
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1. Line a shallow pie plate with the pastry.
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2. Place the washed figs in a saucepan with just enough water to cover and stew them until tender.
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3. Strain the liquid and thicken with corn flour.
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4. Add the figs, spice, currants and treacle, mix well and put into the dish.
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5. Bake in a moderate oven (350°F) for about 45 minutes.
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