Mincemeat Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Mincemeat
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. beef (stew meat is fine); 1 pkg. dry apples; 1 pkg. dry apricots; 2 (15 oz.) pkg. seedless raisins; 2 lb. light brown sugar; 1 c. molasses; 1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon; 1 tsp. allspice; 1 lb. chopped walnuts; 1 c. brandy; 1/4 lb. beef suet; 1 1/2 lb. dried currants; 3/4 c. diced candied lemon peel; 1 Tbsp. salt; 3 c. apple cider (or 4 c.); 1/4 tsp. ground cloves; 1 tsp. nutmeg; 1/4 c. lemon juice; 1/4 c. orange juice

Servings: persons

2 lb. beef (stew meat is fine)
1 pkg. dry apples
1 pkg. dry apricots
2 (15 oz.) pkg. seedless raisins
2 lb. light brown sugar
1 c. molasses
1 Tbsp. ground cinnamon
1 tsp. allspice
1 lb. chopped walnuts
1 c. brandy
1/4 lb. beef suet
1 1/2 lb. dried currants
3/4 c. diced candied lemon peel
1 Tbsp. salt
3 c. apple cider (or 4 c.)
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 c. lemon juice
1/4 c. orange juice

1
Cut meat into 1-inch cubes and place in Dutch oven with just enough water to cover.
2
Cook and simmer over moderate heat 2 hours.
3
Remove meat and reserve 1 cup of the liquid.
4
Force meat and suet through the coarse blade of food chopper.
5
In a large kettle combine chopped meat and all remaining ingredients except lemon juice, orange juice and brandy.
6
Stir to blend and bring mixture to boil over moderate heat.
7
Cover and simmer over moderately low heat 1 1/2 hours.
8
Add juices and brandy.
9
Freeze or can in 1-quart containers.
10
To blend flavors, let stand at least 1 week before using.
11
Use 1 quart for pies.
12
Also good for cookies.

2395

kcal

Calories

117

Fat

281

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. beef (stew meat is fine), 1 pkg. dry apples, 1 pkg. dry apricots, 2 (15 oz.) pkg. seedless raisins, and more.

Yes, Mincemeat falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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