Miranda's mincemeat recipe

Name: Miranda's mincemeat recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g (17.6oz) grated cooking apples (leave the peel on and grate everything except the core); 200 g (7.1oz) shredded suet; 350 g (12.3oz) raisins; 225 g (7.9oz) currants; 110 g (3.9oz) sultanas; 110 g (3.9oz) dried cranberries; 110 g (3.9oz) soft brown sugar; 225 g (7.9oz) demerara sugar; 2 small lemons - zest and juice; 2 small oranges - zest and juice; 3 tsp mixed spice; 0.5 tsp grated nutmeg; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 6 tbsp brandy, port or orange juice

Servings: persons

500 g (17.6oz) grated cooking apples (leave the peel on and grate everything except the core)
200 g (7.1oz) shredded suet
350 g (12.3oz) raisins
225 g (7.9oz) currants
110 g (3.9oz) sultanas
110 g (3.9oz) dried cranberries
110 g (3.9oz) soft brown sugar
225 g (7.9oz) demerara sugar
2 small lemons - zest and juice
2 small oranges - zest and juice
3 tsp mixed spice
0.5 tsp grated nutmeg
1 tsp ground cinnamon
6 tbsp brandy, port or orange juice

1
Put all the ingredients bar the brandy in a large ovenproof bowl.
2
Stir well then cover with a clean tea towel and leave in a cool place for the flavours to combine.
3
Preheat the oven to 120 degrees, remove the tea towel, stir again then cover with foil and put in the oven for about three hours.
4
Take the mincemeat out of the oven and stir with a wooden spoon, add the brandy and stir again.
5
Sterilise your jars in a hot dishwasher or wash thoroughly with hot water then put into the oven for 5 mins at 180 degrees.
6
Spoon the mincemeat into the sterilized jars and keep in a cool place ready for your Christmas baking.

424

kcal

Calories

111

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g (17.6oz) grated cooking apples (leave the peel on and grate everything except the core), 200 g (7.1oz) shredded suet, 350 g (12.3oz) raisins, 225 g (7.9oz) currants, and more.

Yes, Miranda's mincemeat recipe 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!