Old-Time Mincemeat Pie
A classic dessert filled with a rich mixture of fruits and spices, evoking warm memories of family gatherings and festive celebrations.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 70 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, cherries)
- 1 large apple, diced
- 1/2 cup finely chopped citrus peel
- 1/2 cup beef or suet, shredded
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon brandy or whiskey (optional)
- 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (for thickening)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine the mixed dried fruits, diced apple, citrus peel, shredded suet, brown sugar, spices, and optional alcohol in a large mixing bowl.
- Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir to combine.
- Fit one pie crust into your pie dish.
- Pour the filling into the crust and cover with the second crust, sealing the edges and cutting slits in the top.
- Pop your pie in the oven! Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F, then reduce the temperature to 350°F (175°C) and continue baking for an additional 30-35 minutes.
- Let the pie cool before slicing.
Notes
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to four days or freeze for three months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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