Desserts & Sweets with currants

1 1/2 c. Golden brown raisins 1 c. Pitted dates , cut into 1/4-inch pcs 1 c. Dry apricots , cut into 1/4-inch pcs 1 c. Candied pineapple , cut into 1/4-inch[...]

1/2 lb Self-raising flour 1/2 lb Bread crumbs 1/2 lb Shredded suet 1/2 lb Currants 1/2 lb Stoned raisins 1/2 lb Sultanas (golden brown raisins) 4 ounce Mixed[...]

2 x Large eggs , (for the egg wash), beaten     Icing sugar for dusting     *FOR THE SHORTCRUST PASTRY Or possibly SWEET PASTE*** 200 gm Unsalted butter 100[...]