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Mincemeat Tarts With Shortbread Stars

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  • Prep Time5 min
  • Total Time35 min
  • Makes18
Mincemeat Tarts With Shortbread Stars

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Ingredients

  • 18 Tenderflake frozen mini tart shells, (225-g pkg)

  • President's Choice mincemeat

  • President's Choice shortbread cookies, (shortbread stars with cranberry pieces)

Instructions

  • Position rack in centre of oven, then preheat to 375F. Line a baking sheet with foil. Arrange mini tart shells on prepared sheet to thaw for 10 min.

  • Fill each thawed tart shell with 1 scant tbsp mincemeat.

  • Bake until edges are golden, 18 to 20 min. Top tarts with shortbread stars. Let cool completely.

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