Lizzie Juday'S Green Tomato Mincemeat Recipe

Name: Lizzie Juday'S Green Tomato Mincemeat
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb. suet; 6 lbs. green tomatoes; 12 apples, peeled & cored; 2 c. cider; 1 lb. raisins; 1 orange; 4 c. brown sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 2 tsp. cinnamon; 1 tsp. nutmeg; 1 tsp. allspice; 1/2 tsp. ground cloves

Servings: persons

1/2 lb. suet
6 lbs. green tomatoes
12 apples, peeled & cored
2 c. cider
1 lb. raisins
1 orange
4 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. ground cloves

1
Finely chop the suet by hand or in food processor.
2
Transfer to a large (not aluminum) saucepan.
3
Put over low heat and cook gently.
4
Finely chop apples and tomatoes and add to the suet. Stir to mix.
5
Pour on the cider; add the raisins and bring to a slow bubble.
6
Thinly slice the orange and remove the seeds.
7
Chop the slices into tiny pieces and add to the tomato mixture.
8
Blend in the remaining ingredients and simmer, uncovered, for 2 hours, or until the mixture has thickened to a juicy relish like consistency.
9
Cool to room temperature & refrigerate.
10
May be frozen or canned.

1208

kcal

Calories

309

Carbs

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb. suet, 6 lbs. green tomatoes, 12 apples, peeled & cored, 2 c. cider, and more.

Yes, Lizzie Juday'S Green Tomato Mincemeat falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lizzie Juday'S Green Tomato Mincemeat

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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