CHERRY PEAR MINCEMEAT

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Subscriber Brenda Wood, Egbert, Ontario, says that her favorite cherry recipe (below) can be prepared during cherry season, then frozen for later use in pies, tarts and cookies. She even serves it as ice cream topping!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 3h

Yield about 3 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 cups pitted tart red cherries
6 cups ripe pears, coarsely chopped
2 pounds raisins
1 medium lemon, juiced
1 medium orange, juiced
Grated peel of lemon
Grated peel of orange
5 cups sugar
3/4 cup cider vinegar
3/4 cup apple juice
2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
2 teaspoons ground allspice
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • In a large kettle, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until mixture is thickened, about 2-1/2 hours. Stir frequently while simmering. Chill.

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Ariful haque Shuvo
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This mincemeat is delicious! I can't wait to try it in my next pie.


ZABLON OKONJI
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up leftover fruit.


Ridoy Sardar
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This mincemeat is a must-try! It's the perfect filling for pies, tarts, and other baked goods.


Hi Fi Ridoy
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I'm not a big fan of mincemeat, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Ashik Maurati
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This is the best mincemeat I've ever had. It's so delicious and easy to make.


Hui Xu
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I love this mincemeat! It's so flavorful and versatile. I've used it in pies, tarts, and even cookies.


Nordin Yamaha
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making this mincemeat again.


Marcos Santana
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This mincemeat is so good! I used it to make mince pies and they were the best I've ever had.


Paul xiv
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I've been making this mincemeat for years and it's always a favorite. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Genno Gift Grace
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This recipe is easy to follow and the mincemeat turns out perfectly. I used it to make mince pies and they were delicious.


Md Kaosar
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I made this mincemeat for the first time last year and it was a hit! Everyone loved the sweet and tangy flavor. I'll definitely be making it again this year.


Renesmee Jacques
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This mincemeat is a delicious and versatile filling for pies, tarts, and other baked goods. I especially love the combination of cherries and pears, which gives the mincemeat a unique and flavorful taste.