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Monthly Archives: December 2015
Seven Facts About Jamaican Rum Cake
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For Jamaicans, Christmas is synonymous with Rum Cake. You simply cannot get through the year end holiday season without enjoying at least one slice of this dessert. And chances are if you’re eating rum cake you are not stopping at just one slice. Here are seven food facts about Jamaican Rum Cake to chew on:
- Referred to as Fruit Cake
- As the name suggests, the main ingredient is fruit; candied, chopped fruit consisting of orange peels and pineapple, along with raisins and cherries. But unlike other traditional fruit cakes, Jamaican Rum Cakes are made with grounded or pureed fruits for a smooth consistency.
- Also called Black Cake and Christmas Cake
- It is the choice for wedding cake in Jamaica and other parts of the Caribbean. Because of its popularity at weddings, it is sometimes referred to as Wedding Cake.
- Dark in color
- Color ranges from dark brown to black. If you’re not careful, you’ll mistake it for a chocolate cake at first glance. In some cases, depending how it is cut, it can resemble brownie too.
- Traditionally a very dense cake
- Made with rum and wine
- Fruits are soaked in wine [and rum] for many weeks or even months prior to baking.
Today, like most other products, rum cakes come in all shapes and sizes, including cupcake. For example our JADE cupcakes feature minis as well as standard cupcake size, and with a variety of icings.
When it comes to fruit cakes Jamaican Rum Cake takes the cake.
Merry Christmas!
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Peppy Seasoning Blend
‘Tis the season! No, not holiday cheer and deck the halls. I’m talking sugar and spice and everything nice!
This Peppy Seasoning Blend combines sweet, savory and a little heat for just the right amount of pep. Here’s what you’ll need:
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper
1/2 tsp. dried parsley flakes
1/4 tsp. sea salt
- Using a mortar and pestle, grind red pepper into smaller flakes.
- In a small mixing bowl, stir together red pepper, parsley, sea salt and brown suagr.
Tips for Enjoying
Perfect on sweet potato fries.
Great dry rub for a rack of ribs.
Sprinkle on fresh-baked savory pastries for added flavor.
Make larger quantity, store in airtight container, and use as needed.
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Questions or comments post them here. But don’t be a Grinch! Share this season with friends and family!
Want more food and flavor this season? Visit JADE and learn how we can add the merry to your holiday events!
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