Walnut and Currant Loaf

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Preparation info
  • Makes

    2

    loaves
    • Difficulty

      Medium

Appears in

By Paul Allam and David McGuinness

Published 2009

  • About

The walnut and currant loaf is best paired with some good cheese, where it can achieve true greatness. Ricotta and quince are also close friends. Releasing the natural oils by roasting the walnuts makes a big difference to this loaf.

Ingredients

  • 70 g ( oz) walnuts
  • 725 g (1

Method

To roast the walnuts, cook them on a baking tray in a preheated 180°C (350°F/Gas 4) oven for about 7 minutes, or until golden. Allow to cool completely before adding to the dough.

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