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Melt the butter and remove from heat, cool to lukewarm and then add the barm to the butter. Mix the 3 cups of flour and sweetmeats in a medium bowl. Mix in the sugar then add the butter/barm mixture. Stir until combined. If the dough is not firm enough to roll out, add in another 1/4 cup of flour. Flour a board and roll the dough out to about 1/4 to 3/8 inch thick. Cut into desired shapes. Bake at 350” for about 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden brown around the edges.
Gunpowder tea is one of the many popular teas of the 18th century. Named for the appearance of the leaves when they are dried and rolled, this Asian tea was enjoyed throughout the colonies. Because they unfurl in hot water, many modern companies sell the tea in bags as not to clog the teapot or messy your cup. We chose to share gunpowder tea to highlight St. Barbara’s Day, the patron saint celebration of artillerymen.
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Part of a series of articles titled Festive Foods of the Fort.
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Last updated: December 18, 2023