Peppernut Tea Bread

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All the peppery spiciness of the russian/eastern european cookie in a quick bread. this recipe appeard in cooking light and is being submitted (untried) for the zaar world tour.

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Steps

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Preheat oven to 325.

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Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups and level top for measurement.

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Combine flours with baking soda , salt , nutmeg , cinnamon , star anise and pepper in a large bowl , stirring with a whisk.

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Combine apple butter , sugar , honey , and eggs.

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Stir with a whisk until well combined.

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Fold wet ingredients into dry along with raisins and 1 tablespoon almonds , combine with whisk or spoon until just incorporated.

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Spoon batter into a loaf pan coated with cooking spray.

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Sprinkle top with 1 tablespoon of almonds.

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Bake for 35 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.

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Ingredients

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all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, ground cinnamon, ground star anise, fresh ground black pepper, apple butter, sugar, honey, eggs, golden raisin, sliced almonds, cooking spray