Raisin Brown Bread

This is a very old recipe my mother used to make. She said her mother made it for her when she was young and she doesn't know where my grandmother got it from. I thought it was cool to see my mom steam them in empty cans.

• Ready In: 1 hr 5 mins
• Serves: 8
• Yields: 4 mini loaves

Ingredients

• 1  cup all-purpose flour
• 2 1⁄2 teaspoons baking soda
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 3  cups whole wheat flour
• 1  cup raisins
• 2 1⁄2 cups  sour milk
• 1  cup molasses

Directions

1. Blend together flour, baking soda and salt.
2. Blend in whole wheat flour and raisins.
3. Make a well in centre of dry ingredients.
4. Add milk and molasses.
5. Divide batter among 4 greased 20oz cans.
6. Cover each with aluminum foil and tie in place.
7. Steam for 1 hour.
8. Serve warm or cold.