CRANBERRY-APPLE MINCEMEAT PIES

Cranberry-Apple Mincemeat Pies image

Traditional mincemeat is too heavy for me, but this fruity version hits the spot. Other agree- few folks who've tried it stop at just one slice!

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h55m

Yield 2 pies (6-8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed
4 cups chopped peeled tart apples
1-1/2 cups chopped dried apricots
1-1/2 cups golden raisins
1 medium unpeeled navel orange, finely chopped
1/4 cup each red and green candied cherries
2-3/4 cups sugar
1 cup apple juice
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup orange marmalade
1 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon each ground allspice, cinnamon and nutmeg
Pastry for double-crust pie (9 inches)

Steps:

In a Dutch oven or large kettle, combine the fruit, sugar, apple juice, butter, marmalade and spices. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 50-60 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool completely or refrigerate for up to 1 week., Line two 9-in. pie plates with pastry; trim and flute edges. Divide filling between crusts. Cover edges loosely with foil. Bake at 400° for 20 minutes. Remove foil. , Bake 20-25 minutes longer or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 10g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 84g carbohydrate (63g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein.