ALL-FRUIT MINCEMEAT

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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....)

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Dessert

Time 15m

Yield 3-4 pie-fillings

Number Of Ingredients 16

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

Steps:

  • Mix all the ingredients together, stirring well.
  • Spoon into clean, screwtop jars and cover.
  • Allow to sit atleast 2 weeks before using, turning the jars every so often to redistribute juices.
  • The mincemeat keeps months like this.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2001.3, Fat 35.9, SaturatedFat 3.3, Sodium 259.7, Carbohydrate 424.2, Fiber 26.3, Sugar 372.1, Protein 21

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