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Festive Mincemeat

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  • Total Time10 min
  • Makes1 1/2 cups
*PLUS Cooling time
Two vintage glass jars filled with dark, chunky homemade mincemeat, topped with distressed metal lids. A silver spoon rests diagonally across the front jar, which is tied with string and has a white, handwritten gift tag labeled 'Festive Mincemeat'. The jars are set on a dark, rustic wooden surface, with a folded black linen napkin to the left and a tarnished silver tray partially visible in the dark background.

(Photo: Erik Putz)

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This holiday classic brings together all the traditional flavours of the season – and it couldn't be easier to make!

Ingredients

  • 1 Granny Smith apple, peeled and grated

  • 1/3 cup finely chopped Sultana raisins

  • 1/3 cup dried currants

  • 1/3 cup finely chopped mixed candied peel

  • 1/4 cup brandy

  • 2 tbsp amaretto

  • 2 tbsp brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp orange zest

  • 2 tbsp orange juice

  • 1 tsp cinnamon

  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg

  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves

Instructions

  • COMBINE all ingredients in a large microwave-safe bowl. Microwave for 3 min, stirring halfway through, until most of the liquid is absorbed. Stir, then let stand until cool. Use right away or refrigerate in a covered container for up to one week.

Figgy pudding

Try using this mincemeat recipe in muffins for our miniature Christmas pudding muffins recipe.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 34, Carbohydrates 8g, Sodium 5mg.

Love mincemeat? Get our longer-lasting preserved pear mincemeat recipe.

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