On Fri 28 Nov 2008 04:34:41p, Peter-Lucas told us...

> http://www.abc.net.au/tv/cookandchef/
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> http://www.abc.net.au/tv/cookandchef/txt/s2430357.htm
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> Might even try this one, this year, rather than **** around with those
> fiddly little bloody things!!

This is the fruitmince recipe I use, although it does contain suet.


* Exported from MasterCook *

Christmas Mincemeat

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Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 Pound Granny Smith Apples -- cored and diced small
8 Ounces Shredded Suet
8 Ounces Seedless Raisins
8 Ounces Sultanas -- (golden raisins)
12 Ounces Dried Currants
8 Ounces Mixed Candied Peel -- finely chopped
12 Ounces Dark Brown Sugar
1/2 Cup Black Mission Figs -- diced small
2 Oranges -- grated zest & juice
2 Lemons -- grated zest & juice
1/4 Cup Cider Vinegar
7 Teaspoons Mixed Spice -- (see Notes)
1/2 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
1/4 Teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
1/2 Cup Brandy -- (or mixture of brandy & rum)

Combine all ingredients, except brandy, in a large mixing bowl, stirring
them and mixing them together very thoroughly. Cover bowl loosely and
leave mixture in a cool place at least 12 hours or overnight, so the
flavors have a chance to mingle and develop.

Preheat oven to 225 degrees F. Cover bowl loosely with foil, or transfer
mincemeat to large non-reactive roaster with cover loosely fitted. Bake in
oven for 3 hours without stirring.

Remove from oven and uncover. The mincemeat will look as though it's
swimming in fat. This is how it should look. As it cools, stir it from
time to time; the fat will coagulate and instead of it being in tiny shreds
it will encase all the other ingredients.

When mincemeat is quite cold, stir in the brandy. Pack in sterilized jars
and fit lid tightly. The mincemeat will keep indefinitely in a cool, dark
cupboard, or may be refrigerated.

Yield:
"6 Pounds"
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NOTES : British Mixed Spice

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground mace
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teasopon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground coriander

Blend all together and store in airtight container.
May also be used for Pumpkin Pie.




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