Mincemeat

Mincemeat

This mincemeat recipe makes a classic fruity filling for Christmas mince pies with apples, brandy, raisins, almonds, and homemade mixed spice.

Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
10 min
Total Time
50 min
Servings
24

Instructions

  1. 1

    {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'To make mixed spice: Combine cinnamon, cloves, ginger, nutmeg, and allspice in a bowl. Reserve 1 heaped teaspoon for the mincemeat. Store the rest in a small jar for a later use.'}

  2. 2

    {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Immerse two clean, 12-ounce jars in simmering water until mincemeat is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.'}

  3. 3

    {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'To make the mincemeat: Combine apple, sultanas, sugar, currants, raisins, and butter in a saucepan. Cook over low heat and stir gently until butter has melted. Stir in chopped almonds, orange zest, 1 teaspoon mixed spice, and cinnamon.'}

  4. 4

    {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Bring mixture to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 to 10 minutes.'}

  5. 5

    {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Remove from heat and set mincemeat aside to cool down for 30 minutes. Stir in brandy. Spoon into sterilized jars.'}

  6. 6

    {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Refrigerate sealed jars for up to 3 months. Enjoy!'}

Nutrition Facts

Per serving (24 servings total)

156
Calories
1 g
Protein
22 g
Carbs
5 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
33 mg
Sodium

Tags

publisher-tested
Source: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/260314/mincemeat/
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