How to set fire to a Christmas pudding - in simple steps

How to set fire to a Christmas pudding - in simple steps
Jamie Oliver's food team show you how to safely light your Christmas Pudding and wow your family & friends!

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Clear away any flammable items
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Clear away any flammable items

Before setting fire to your Xmas Pudding, make sure your working area is clear of anything flammable.
Heating brandy in a non-stick pan
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Heating brandy in a non-stick pan

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Heat up a small glass of brandy
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Heat up a small glass of brandy

Before setting fire to your Christmas Pudding, heat up some brandy in a saucepan.
Make sure your Xmas Pudding is hot
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Make sure your Xmas Pudding is hot

For best results, make sure that your Xmas Pudding is hot before setting fire to it.
Turn the lights down
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Turn the lights down

When setting fire to your Christmas Pudding, turn down any room lighting. This will ensure your flames are visible for maximum wow factor.
Light the brandy in the pan
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Light the brandy in the pan

Light the brandy in the pan using a match as pictured, before putting the brandy on your Christmas Pudding.
Pour flaming brandy over your pudding
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Pour flaming brandy over your pudding

Now comes the excitement! Poor the flaming brandy over your Christmas Pudding.
Allow brandy to burn off
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Allow brandy to burn off

Wait a few moments while the brandy burns off, before moving to the next step with your Christmas Pudding.
Decorate and tuck in!
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Decorate and tuck in!

When you are happy that the brandy has burned off and there are no more flames, you can decorate your Christmas Pudding and serve it up!