Ahh, Christmas pudding. In both the past and present ... Some accounts take the tradition back even further to the 14th century, when frumenty (a boiled-milk porridge version) gained popularity ...

The first version of figgy pudding surfaced in Britain in the 14th century. Back then, it was a stew-like, savory dish containing beef and mutton as well as fruit and wine. In the 15th century ...