Boston bun
Alternative names | Sally Lunn |
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Type | Spiced bun |
Place of origin | Australia, New Zealand |
Main ingredients | Wheat flour, mashed potato, raising agent, water or milk, sugar, dried fruit, spices, coconut icing |
A Boston bun, also known as a Sally Lunn, is a large spiced bun with a thick layer of coconut icing, prevalent in Australia and New Zealand. Traditionally the bun contains sieved mashed potato,[1] and modern versions sometimes contain raisins or sultanas, the inclusion of which dates from the 1930s.[2] Records for the sale of a product named "Boston Bun" can be found dating from the early 20th century.[3] It is often served sliced and buttered, to accompany a cup of tea. The origin of the name is unknown.[4] In the North Island of New Zealand, it is also known as a "Sally Lunn", although it has no relation to the traditional English bun of the same name. Despite being entirely Australian in origin, it is named after the US city of Boston.
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References[]
- ^ "Boston Bun" Archived July 24, 2011, at the Wayback Machine, recipe, New Zealand Woman's Weekly
- ^ "RECIPES". Wagga Wagga Express (NSW : 1930 - 1939). 1930-09-06. p. 15. Retrieved 2019-09-03.
- ^ "BREVITIES". Independent (Footscray, Vic. : 1883 - 1922). 1906-06-23. p. 2. Retrieved 2019-09-03.
- ^ "Aussie Food Terms". The Australian Dictionary Centre. October 2004. Archived from the original on April 11, 2009. Retrieved 2008-09-09.
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Categories:
- Australian cuisine
- Australian breads
- New Zealand cuisine
- New Zealand breads
- Sweet breads
- Buns
- Foods containing coconut