Selkirk Bannock

Named after the historic Scottish town of Selkirk, this small, rich, yeasted loaf, shaped like the round cob loaf, was known to be a favorite of Queen Victoria to accompany a cup of tea. Traditionally, it is packed with golden raisins (sultanas) and is made with half butter and half lard. In this recipe, dried cranberries and pecans replace the raisins, a little mixed spice is added, and only butter is used. Wonderful eaten fresh from the oven, slices of this fruit-laced lo