Christmas beef and plum pudding

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Christmas beef and plum pudding

Christmas beef and a round, boiled plum pudding to eat with the meat. Date: C.1800

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1790s 1800 1800s 1810s Beef Dinner Duff May17 Meal Meat Plum Pudding

EDITORS COMMENTS
A Delightful Christmas Feast: Beef and Plum Pudding, C.1800 This charming print captures the essence of a traditional English Christmas dinner from the late 18th or early 19th century. The centerpiece of the table is a succulent roast beef, expertly presented on a large platter, surrounded by an array of side dishes and condiments. The beef, with its rich, browned exterior and tender, juicy interior, was a staple of Christmas dinners during this era. Accompanying the beef is a round, boiled plum pudding, steaming hot and dripping with savory sauce. Plum pudding, also known as Christmas pudding or figgy pudding, was a popular dessert during the holiday season. Made with a mixture of dried fruits, suet, breadcrumbs, and spices, the pudding was traditionally prepared and boiled several weeks in advance, allowing the flavors to develop and mature. The table is set with fine china, crystal glasses, and elegant silverware, indicating the affluence and sophistication of the hosts. The scene is further enhanced by the presence of a well-dressed servant, ready to carve the beef and serve the pudding to the guests. This delightful print offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when Christmas was celebrated with grand feasts and the joy of family and friends gathered around the table. The combination of the savory beef and sweet plum pudding represents the perfect balance of flavors and textures, making for a truly memorable and indulgent Christmas meal.

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