Best 5 Moms Modern Mincemeat Recipes
Mincemeat is a sweet and savory mixture of dried fruits, spices, and suet or butter, often used as a filling for pies, tarts, and other pastries. It is a traditional British dish that has been enjoyed for centuries, and there are many different recipes for it. Some common ingredients in mincemeat include apples, raisins, currants, suet, brandy, and spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Mincemeat can be made ahead of time and stored for several months, making it a convenient option for busy cooks. In this article, we will provide you with two delicious recipes for mincemeat: a classic recipe and a modern recipe with a few twists. Whether you are a traditionalist or looking for something new, you are sure to find a recipe that you will love.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
MOM'S MINCEMEAT PIE
My mom, aunts and uncles all loved mincemeat pie. My mom would make it every year for the holidays. This is her version, made with jarred mincemeat.
Provided by Diane C.
Categories Pies
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- 2. Peel and chop the apples. Place the apples into a medium bowl. Pour the brandy over the apples and stir to coat.
- 3. Add the mincemeat. Stir to combine with the apples.
- 4. Place a pie crust into a deep dish pie pan. Press the crust down to fit the pan. Pour the mincemeat mixture into the crust. Top with second crust, tucking edges under and fluting the rim. Cut a couple of slits in the top crust for vents.
- 5. Bake 30 minutes until heated through. Serve warm.
- 6. Notes: You can make a lattice for the top crust if you prefer. You can omit the brandy, if you don't like alcohol.
MOM'S "MODERN" MINCEMEAT
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
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.
MOM'S INFAMOUS MINCEMEAT PIE
Mom's 88 yrs. old now, but her mincemeat pie was a staple every year at the weekly Lenten Luncheons at our church as well as family holiday dinners. I wonder if it had anything to do with the half cup of brandy or rum mom would add to her pie.
Provided by Suzie
Categories Pie
Time 50m
Yield 1 pie, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Break mincemeat into small pieces and put in saucepan.
- Add diced apples, raisins, water and liquor.
- Boil about 2 minutes; cool.
- When mincemeat mixture is cool, put into pastry lined 9" pie pan; cover with top crust.
- Prick top crust with folk.
- Bake at 425 degrees for 35 minutes or until crust is golden brown.
MODERN MINCEMEAT FOR PIE
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
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.
MOM'S MINCEMEAT PIE
Mom makes 2 of these pies every year for Thanksgiving, one for me and one for my brother. Best eaten cold, with a turkey and dressing sandwich. Heaven!
Provided by Jennifer P.
Categories Pie
Time 1h
Yield 1 9inch pie, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients, sprinkle a bit of sugar on the top pie crust.
- Bake at 350 till bubbly, about 45 minutes.
Tips:
- Homemade mincemeat can be stored for up to 12 months in a cool, dark place, or in the freezer for up to 18 months.
- Mincemeat can be used as a filling for pies, tarts, and pastries. It can also be added to porridge, oatmeal, or yogurt.
- If you don't have any suet, you can substitute butter or vegetable shortening.
- Use a variety of fruits and nuts in your mincemeat for a complex flavor. Some popular additions include apples, raisins, currants, almonds, and walnuts.
- Feel free to experiment with different spices and seasonings to create a mincemeat that suits your taste.
Conclusion:
Mincemeat is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. It's a great way to use up leftover fruits and nuts, and it's also a great make-ahead item. With a little planning, you can enjoy homemade mincemeat all year long.
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