BEST Traditional Mincemeat The Daring Gourmet from www.daringgourmet.com
Introduction
Mincemeat is a traditional British delicacy that is usually served during the festive season. It is a mixture of dried fruits, spices, and suet, which is usually used as filling for pies and tarts. While mincemeat traditionally contains meat, modern-day recipes usually omit it. Here is a recipe for the best mincemeat that you can make in the comfort of your own home.
Ingredients
To make the best mincemeat, you will need the following ingredients:
1 pound of mixed dried fruits (raisins, currants, and sultanas)
1/2 pound of suet
1/2 pound of light brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves
Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon and 1 orange
1/2 cup of brandy or rum
Instructions
Follow these instructions to make the best mincemeat:
Mix the dried fruits, suet, and sugar in a large mixing bowl.
Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, lemon zest, and orange zest. Mix thoroughly.
Squeeze the lemon and orange juice into the mixture and mix thoroughly again.
Add the brandy or rum and mix well.
Cover the mixture with a clean cloth and let it rest for at least 24 hours.
The next day, preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C).
Place the mincemeat mixture in a baking dish and cover with foil.
Bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours.
Remove from the oven and let it cool.
Once cool, stir the mixture and spoon it into sterilized jars.
Seal the jars and store in a cool, dark place.
Nutrition
Here is the nutritional information for a serving of mincemeat (50g):
Calories: 184
Carbohydrates: 31g
Protein: 1g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 8mg
Potassium: 255mg
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 25g
Vitamin A: 31IU
Vitamin C: 3mg
Calcium: 28mg
Iron: 1mg
Conclusion
This recipe for the best mincemeat is easy to make and produces a delicious filling for pies and tarts. It can also be enjoyed on its own as a sweet treat. Give it a try and impress your friends and family with your homemade mincemeat.
