Traditional Portuguese Bolo Rei

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Soak the raisins and chopped candied fruit in Port while preparing the dough.

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500 g strong flour

15 g fresh yeast

100 ml warm milk

100 g sugar

100 g softened butter

3 eggs

Zest of 1 orange and 1 lemon

50 ml Port or brandy

150 g candied fruit

100 g raisins

100 g mixed nuts

1 teaspoon salt

Egg wash and extra fruit and nuts, for decorating

Ensure your milk is warm but not hot, as this will help activate the yeast without killing it.

Knead the dough gently but thoroughly to incorporate all the fruits and nuts evenly.

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