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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 15 Minutes Servings: 16 |
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Homemade is so much better than store-bought and this recipe is a breeze - you don't even have to cook it. Makes a good-sized batch - enough to for 3-4 pies or a plethora of tasty tarts (then you can stir it into pancake batter, muffins, cakes....) Ingredients:
1 lb currants |
1/2 lb raisins |
1 lb granny smith apple, peeled and diced (about 2 large) |
1 lb dark brown sugar |
8 ounces candied peel, finely chopped |
3 ounces chopped almonds |
3 ounces chopped walnuts |
2 lemons, juice and zest of, grated |
1 orange, juice and zest of, grated |
1 teaspoon nutmeg |
1/4 teaspoon clove |
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon |
1/8 teaspoon mace |
1/8 teaspoon ginger |
4 tablespoons dark rum |
3/4 cup cognac or 3/4 cup brandy |
Directions:
1. Mix all the ingredients together, stirring well.
2. Spoon into clean, screwtop jars and cover.
3. Allow to sit atleast 2 weeks before using, turning the jars every so often to redistribute juices.
4. The mincemeat keeps months like this.
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