Traditional Welsh Bara Brith

Soak mixed dried small fruits and brown sugar in a bowl of hot, strong black tea overnight.

The next day, mix self-raising flour and mixed spice in a large bowl.

Add the tea-soaked fruit (including the liquid) and a beaten egg; mix until thoroughly combined into a thick batter.

Pour into a greased and lined loaf tin.

Bake at 160°C (low and slow) for about 60-75 minutes until a skewer comes out clean.

Leave to cool, wrap in foil, and wait two days before eating (it gets better with age).

Serve in slices spread with salted butter.