Quick Raisin Pudding

• 2 cups (240 gm) all purpose plain flour
• 4 tsp (20 ml) baking powder
• 1/4 tsp (1.5 ml) salt
• 4 tbsp (60 ml) margarine or butter
• 2 cups (100 gm) raisins
• 1 cup (8 fl.oz) milk

Syrup:

• 1/2 cup, packed (85 gm) light brown sugar
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) margarine or butter
• 3½ cups (28 fl.oz) boiling water

Preheat oven to 375°F or 190°C
Sift the flour, baking powder and salt together and then cut in the margarine or butter.
Stir in the raisins and then make into a dough using milk.
Spread the dough in a large baking dish and pour the syrup over it.
Bake for 40 minutes until risen and top has browned nicely.