Virgin Islands Department of Education
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Traditional Virgin Islands Sweet Bread
A hand‑kneaded, spiced sweet bread traditional to the Virgin Islands, made with equal parts butter and shortening, fragrant spices, raisins, walnuts and prunes. Baked low and slow for a moist, richly colored loaf that’s perfect for holiday meals or any special occasion.
5 hrs 7 minServes 8$13
Caribbean
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Green Gauge Lime Preserve
A traditional Virgin Islands lime preserve known as Green Gauge, made from whole green limes (rind, juice, and zest) with sugar and a touch of green food coloring. This tart, slightly bitter jam is used as a layer in the classic seven‑layer Vienna cake or as a spread for toast, bagels, and meats.
26 hrs 30 minServes 8$3
Virgin Islands