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Harriet's Fruit Mincemeat Pie - A Christmas Treat Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
2 cups diced, peeled apples
1 ¾ cup currants
1 ½ cup seeded raisins (chopped)
1 ½ cup sultana raisins
1 cup brown sugar
½ cup candied mixed peel
½ cup blanched almonds (chopped)
Grated rind of 1 orange
Juice of 2 large lemons
1 tsp. cinnamon
¾ tsp. nutmeg
½ tsp. cloves
¼ tsp. all spice
45 ml brandy
¼ cup melted butter
Directions:
Directions:
Mix fruit and spices, stir in brandy and butter. Cover and refrigerate. Stir twice a day for 3 days. Can be stored in fridge for 3 weeks. Freezes well. Fill empty baked pie shells or serve over ice cream.
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
Best brandy to use : St. Remy Authentic VSOP

 

 

 

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