We're all familiar with cakes, cookies and sweet breads bursting with juicy raisins or eating them just as a snack, but raisins are also good in savory foods. What's the difference between a currant and a sultana and how do raisins act as a preservative? Find out the answers and how to cook with raisins. The raisin recipes include such delights as Eggplant Stuffed with Pilaf and Raisins, Cinnamon Raisin Nut Rolls, and Rice, Apple and Raisin Dressing.
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What a great collection of recipes with raisins! I will certainly prepare some of those dishes.
One little trick I’ve learned about cooking or baking with raisins is to plumb them up before adding them to the dish.
I usually soak them in hot or boiling water for about 15 minutes under cover. They have better flavor that way.
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