Best 8 Modern Mincemeat For Pie Recipes

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Mincemeat, a quintessential British comfort food, holds a special place in the hearts of many. This delectable concoction, a harmonious blend of dried fruits, spices, and suet, has graced festive tables for centuries and continues to be a beloved treat during the holiday season. Mincemeat's versatility shines through its adaptability to various culinary creations. Whether you prefer the classic mince pie, a comforting steak and kidney pudding, or the unique charm of mincemeat cookies, this versatile ingredient adds a touch of magic to every dish.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Modern Mincemeat:** Embark on a culinary journey with this updated version of traditional mincemeat. This recipe incorporates the classic flavors of dried fruits, spices, and suet, with a modern twist of fresh orange zest and apple for a delightful balance of flavors.

2. **Mince Pies:** Experience the timeless tradition of mince pies with this classic recipe. Encased in a golden, flaky pastry, the flavorful mincemeat filling takes center stage, offering a symphony of sweet, tangy, and aromatic notes with every bite.

3. **Steak and Kidney Pudding:** Indulge in the hearty goodness of steak and kidney pudding, a classic British dish. Tender beef steak, succulent kidneys, and the rich flavors of mincemeat come together in a savory union, encased in a light and fluffy suet pastry.

4. **Mincemeat Cookies:** Discover the irresistible charm of mincemeat cookies, a delightful treat that combines the warmth of mincemeat with the comforting flavors of classic cookies. These delectable morsels are perfect for savoring with a cup of tea or as a sweet ending to a memorable meal.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MODERN MINCEMEAT FOR PIE



Modern Mincemeat for Pie image

This is a meatless mincemeat that is a little sweeter than the old fashioned variety with meat. This recipe makes 1 pie and the "curing" for the mincemeat is not included in the prep time. I made this mincemeat for a pie and it has a wonderful mincemeat flavor although I found it to be a little dry. Next time I will add the the juice from one orange to this or some apple juice.

Provided by Chris Reynolds

Categories     Pie

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 pie, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/3 cup raisins
2/3 cup golden raisin
2/3 cup currants
2/3 cup dark brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup blanched almond, finely chopped
1/2 cup candied citrus peel, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped beef suet
3 tablespoons cognac
1 1/2 tablespoons dark rum
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground mace
1 pinch ginger
1 granny smith apple (cored and finely chopped)
1 lemon, zest of, grated
1 lemon, juice of
1 double crust pie crust

Steps:

  • Grate the zest of the lemon and mix it and the lemon juice to the rest of the ingredients.
  • Transfer the mixture to a 1-quart jar. Cover and refrigerate for at least two days and preferably two weeks.
  • Make dough, prepare crust, and add the filling.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Bake until golden, about 1 hour.

MINCEMEAT PIE



Mincemeat Pie image

Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time P3DT1h15m

Yield 2 1/2 pounds or 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 Granny Smith Apples, peeled, cored and quartered
8 ounces golden raisins
6 ounces dark brown sugar
4 ounces dried figs, coarsely chopped
2 ounces dried cherries
2 ounces beef suet, coarsely chopped
1-ounce crystallized ginger, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup brandy
1 orange, zested and juiced
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1/2 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground clove
Cornmeal crust, recipe follows
12 ounces all-purpose flour, plus additional for dusting
2 1/2 ounces stone ground cornmeal
1 1/2 ounces sugar, plus extra for the crust
1 teaspoon table salt
8 ounces very cold unsalted butter
2 ounces apple cider or juice
2 ounces cold water
1 egg beaten with 1 teaspoon water

Steps:

  • Place all of the ingredients except the crust into the bowl of a food processor and pulse 8 to 10 times. Place in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for at least 3 days before using. Can be stored for up to 6 months.
  • If you prefer a finer texture of mincemeat place the apples, dried fruit and suet into a meat grinder with a large die and grind. Transfer to a bowl and stir in the remaining ingredients. You may also finely chop the apples, dried fruit and suet by hand.
  • Place the flour, cornmeal, 1 1/2 ounces sugar and salt into a large mixing bowl and whisk to combine. Grate the cold butter on the large side of a box grater directly into the dry ingredients. Work together with your hands until the mixture is crumbly. Add the cider and water and stir with a spatula to combine. Knead the dough 5 to 6 times and spritz with additional water if the dough is dry. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Unwrap the dough and divide into 4 equal pieces. Place 2 pieces of the dough onto a piece of parchment paper and roll each out into a 1/8-inch thick round that is 6 to 8 inches in diameter. Spoon about 1/2 cup of the mincemeat into the center of each round, fold up the edges of the dough in order to form a crust all the way around. Brush the edges of the crust with egg wash and sprinkle lightly with sugar. Transfer the dough on the parchment to a half sheet pan. Place on the middle rack of the oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Repeat with the remaining dough.
  • If you prefer 1 large pie, roll out the dough on a piece of parchment into a 15 to 16-inch round, about 1/4 to 1/8-inch thick. Trim the edges with a pizza cutter. Carefully slide the rolled out dough, still on the parchment paper, onto an upside down half sheet pan. Spoon about 1 1/2 pounds of the mincemeat onto the center of the dough, leaving a 2 to 3-inch margin around the edge of the crust. Place in the oven and bake for 35 minutes or until the crust is golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 30 to 45 minutes before serving.

MOM'S "MODERN" MINCEMEAT



Mom's

Dad loved mincemeat pie, and Mom always made the filling. Just as recipe culture changes over the years, I am sure Mom changed her recipe over the years. There is no more suet--not sure why people put all that fat in the mincemeat. One of my fond memories comes from the day another Home Extension member came to my house in...

Provided by Ruth Ann Vokac

Categories     Pies

Time 4h30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 c braised beef roast, very finely minced
3/4 c beef broth (use broth from braising the beef.)
3 c apples, peeled and finely diced.
1 c raisins
3/4 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1/4 c white sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground cloves
1 Tbsp orange zest
2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
2 tsp sweetened lemonade mix
1 c orange juice
1 tsp gelatin, unflavored dissolved in 2 tablespoon of water

Steps:

  • 1. To braise the beef: Put a beef roast in a Dutch oven with a quart of water, cover, and roast at 350 degrees for 3 hours. Cool, trim fat, and mince enough beef for 2 cups. (Plan to have enough braised beef left over for dinner!)
  • 2. Add the prepared beef and all the other ingredients to a large pot.
  • 3. Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • 4. Allow to cool and refrigerate.
  • 5. Note: Substitute 2 Tablespoons frozen lemonade concentrate or juice of 1/2 lemon and 2 teaspoons of sugar for the powdered lemonade mix.
  • 6. Use the mincemeat to make two-crust pies. It can be frozen and used as desired. Remember to refrigerate the final product: it has meat in it!
  • 7. Use 4 cups mincemeat to make a 9" pie. Bake at 425 degrees or until pastry is golden. Cool partially on a wire rack before serving.

TRADITIONAL MINCEMEAT PIE



Traditional Mincemeat Pie image

This recipe calls for meat, as all mincemeat did beginning in the 12th century. It is not as sweet as modern mincemeat. This recipe makes 1 pie and does not include the "curing" time for the mincemeat.

Provided by Chris Reynolds

Categories     Pie

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 pie, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups beef suet, finely chopped
3/4 cup currants
3/4 cup rump steak, finely chopped (about 3 oz)
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed
2 tablespoons brandy
1 1/2 teaspoons candied citron peel, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons candied orange peel, finely chopped
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 1/2 granny smith apples (cored and finely chopped)
1/2 lemon, zest of, grated
1 double crust pie crust

Steps:

  • Mix ingredients well.
  • Transfer to a 1-quart jar. Cover and refrigerate for at least two days and preferably for two weeks.
  • Make dough, prepare pie crust, and add filling.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. Bake until golden, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1150.3, Fat 92, SaturatedFat 44.8, Cholesterol 51.4, Sodium 340.8, Carbohydrate 74.1, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 40.6, Protein 6.2

CLASSIC MINCEMEAT PIE



Classic Mincemeat Pie image

Talk about quick and easy! In under an hour you can prep, bake and serve this classic mincemeat pie.

Provided by Crosse & Blackwell

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Crosse & Blackwell®

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (15 ounce) package refrigerated pie crusts, both crusts softened as directed on package
1 (29 ounce) jar Crosse & Blackwell® Mincemeat Filling & Topping or Crosse & Blackwell® Rum & Brandy Mincemeat Filling & Topping
1 tablespoon Vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees F. Unroll pie crusts. Line ungreased 9-inch pie plate with one crust. Fill with mincemeat. Cover with second crust and seal edges. Cut slits in top crust to vent steam. Bake 25 to 30 minutes. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.6 calories, Carbohydrate 80.6 g, Cholesterol 0.4 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 551.3 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

MODERN MINCE PIE



Modern Mince Pie image

Categories     Rum     Fruit     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     Currant     Prune     Raisin     Apple     Spice     Brandy     Fall     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 1/2 pounds small pippin apples (about 7), peeled, cored, chopped
1/2 cup chopped pitted prunes
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup dried currants
1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/4 cup unsulfured (light) molasses
1/4 cup brandy
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
2 tablespoons dark rum
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Pinch of salt
2 Buttermilk Pie Crust Dough disks
Milk
Rum raisin ice cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine first 17 ingredients in heavy large saucepan or Dutch oven. Cook over low heat until apples are very tender and mixture is thick, stirring occasionally, about 1 1/2 hours. Cool filling completely. (Can be prepared up to 1 week ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • Position rack in lowest third of oven and preheat to 400°F. Roll out 1 pie crust disk on lightly floured surface to 13-inch-diameter round (about 1/8 inch thick). Roll up dough on rolling pin and transfer to 9-inch-diameter glass pie plate. Gently press into place. Trim edges of crust, leaving 3/4-inch overhang. Fold overhang under crust so that crust is flush with edge of pie pan. Crimp edges with fork to make decorative border. Spoon filling into crustlined pan, gently pressing flat.
  • Roll out second disk on lightly floured surface to 13-inch round. Cut out about 28 three-inch leaves using cookie cutter. Press leaves lightly with tines of fork to form vein pattern. Brush bottom of 1 leaf with milk. Place leaf atop mince, overlapping crust slightly and pressing to adhere to crust. Continue placing leaves atop pie in concentric circles, overlapping edges slightly until top of pie is covered. Brush crust with milk. Bake until crust is golden brown and mince bubbles, about 40 minutes. Cool completely. Serve pie with rum raisin ice cream if desired.

MINCEMEAT PIE



Mincemeat Pie image

Today's prepared mincemeat fillings rarely include suet or meat, as they did in the seventeenth century, and can be found in grocery stores around the holidays. Before baking the pie, pierce the upper crust in a decorative pattern with a paring knife to allow steam to escape.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Makes 1 nine-inch pie

Number Of Ingredients 6

All-purpose flour, for dusting
Pate Brisee for Plum Crumb Pie
2 prepared twenty-seven-ounce jars mincemeat
1 McIntosh apple, peeled, cored, seeded, and grated
1 tablespoon brandy
Grated zest of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside. On a lightly floured surface, roll half the pate brisee into a 12-inch circle. Fit pastry into a 9-inch glass pie plate; trim dough evenly along edge. Refrigerate 15 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine mincemeat filling, grated apple, brandy, and lemon zest. Spoon filling into the chilled piecrust.
  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out remaining pate brisee to a 12-inch circle. Cover filling, trim evenly along edge, and press to seal edges. Cut small slits in pastry with the tip of a paring knife, about 3/4-inch apart. Place on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 15 minutes. Lower the temperature to 350 degrees. and bake until the crust is golden brown and the center bubbles, 45 to 50 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.

OLD TIME MINCEMEAT PIE



Old Time Mincemeat Pie image

An old-fashioned mincemeat pie filling made with meat and sour cherries.

Provided by ONEMINA

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Fruit Pie Recipes     Mincemeat Pie Recipes

Time P7DT1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 ¼ pounds round steak, cut into small pieces
1 cup apple cider
4 Granny Smith apples - peeled, cored and finely diced
1 ⅓ cups white sugar
2 ½ cups dried currants
2 ½ cups raisins
½ pound chopped candied mixed fruit peel
½ cup butter
1 (16 ounce) jar sour cherry preserves
1 teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
1 (16 ounce) can pitted sour cherries, drained with liquid reserved
1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
2 tablespoons heavy cream

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, combine beef and apple cider. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 20 minutes, or until meat is tender. Remove meat and coarsely chop, then return it to the pot.
  • Stir in chopped apples, sugar, currants, raisins, citrus peel, butter and cherry preserves. Add ginger, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon and salt. Let simmer, uncovered, over low heat until mixture is very thick, about 90 minutes. Stir in cherries and remove from heat.
  • Refrigerate tightly covered for at least a week before using.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Put filling in unbaked pie shell and place pastry on top. Crimp edges and poke several holes in top pastry. Brush top with cream and sprinkle with sugar.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1105.7 calories, Carbohydrate 181.2 g, Cholesterol 80.2 mg, Fat 37.5 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 20.7 g, SaturatedFat 15.5 g, Sodium 521.1 mg, Sugar 82.2 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of fruits: This will give your mincemeat a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include apples, raisins, currants, and cherries.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices: Cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger are all classic mincemeat spices, but you can also try adding other spices like cardamom, cloves, or allspice.
  • Let your mincemeat mature: The longer you let it sit, the better the flavors will develop. If you can, let it sit for at least a week before using it.
  • Use a good quality brandy: The brandy will help to preserve the mincemeat and give it a rich flavor. Don't use a cheap brandy, as it will only make your mincemeat taste bad.
  • Don't overcook your mincemeat: If you overcook it, it will become dry and tough. Cook it just until the fruit is softened and the spices are fragrant.

Conclusion:

Mincemeat is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes, from pies to tarts to cookies. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. So next time you're looking for a unique and flavorful ingredient, give mincemeat a try. You won't be disappointed.

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