Best 4 Modern Mincemeat For Pie Recipes
"Modern mincemeat for pie" is a delicious and versatile filling that can be used in a variety of desserts, from pies and tarts to muffins and scones. The classic recipe for mincemeat contains a mixture of dried fruits, nuts, spices, and suet, but there are many variations on this traditional recipe that can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you prefer a sweet or savory filling, or a mincemeat that is chunky or smooth, there is a recipe out there that is perfect for you. With so many different ways to make modern mincemeat for pie, you are sure to find a recipe that you and your family will love.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
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.
MODERN MINCE PIE
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
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
Mincemeat is a traditional English treat that is usually used as filling for mince pies during Christmas, but it tastes great mixed with vanilla ice cream, as well. This recipe uses butter instead of the traditional suet, which makes this mincemeat suitable for vegetarians. Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 weeks.
Provided by Ita
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European UK and Ireland English
Time 50m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine cinnamon, cloves, ginger, nutmeg, and allspice in a bowl. Reserve 1 heaped teaspoon for the mincemeat. Store the rest in a small jar for a later use.
- Inspect two 12-ounce jars for cracks and rings for rust, discarding any defective ones. Immerse in simmering water until mincemeat is ready. Wash new, unused lids and rings in warm soapy water.
- Combine apple, sultanas, sugar, currants, raisins, and butter in a saucepan. Cook over low heat and stir gently until butter has melted. Stir in chopped almonds, orange zest, 1 teaspoon of mixed spice, and cinnamon. Bring mixture to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and set mincemeat aside to cool down for 30 minutes. Stir in brandy. Spoon into sterilized jars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 32.6 mg, Sugar 19.5 g
" TRADITIONAL" MINCEMEAT (FOR PIES)
I have 5 mincemeat recipes that I've used for making pies over the years, (4 of them are meatless). However my dad always preferred the "traditional" mincemeat pies and so do I. (I would be happy to post the "meatless" recipes on request). This is the Traditional (with meat) Mincemeat recipe that I made for many years. The only change I ever made in the original recipe was to substitute stew beef for the calves' tongues. Prep time includes the 4-6 weeks "standing" time.
Provided by Dee514
Categories Beef Organ Meats
Time P1m11DT2h
Yield 15 Quarts (approx)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Chop the boiled calves' tongues (or boiled stew beef) very finely.
- Add the sugar, raisins, currents and citron; mix together well.
- Chop apples finely (do not mash) and add to the meat.
- Add all the spices, suet, candied peels, almonds and salt, and mix thoroughly.
- Pour over this mixture the fruit juices and grated peels, the brandy and the whiskey; and mix together.
- Put the mixture into a large crock with a lid.
- Place a clean cloth over the top of the crock and put the lid on.
- Place crock in a cool place for 3 weeks.
- Add more salt and spices at this time, if needed.
- Let stand at least 4 weeks before using.
- Mincemeat may be canned by water bath method.
- If using it for pie filling, bake between double crusts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 2307.3, Fat 80.6, SaturatedFat 40.6, Cholesterol 51.6, Sodium 582.7, Carbohydrate 288, Fiber 16.1, Sugar 257.4, Protein 10.2
Tips:
- Use a variety of fruits in your mincemeat, such as apples, pears, currants, and raisins. This will give the mincemeat a complex and flavorful taste.
- Soak the dried fruits in warm water or tea for 30 minutes before adding them to the mincemeat. This will help to plump them up and make them more flavorful.
- Use a combination of spices in your mincemeat, such as cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice. This will give the mincemeat a warm and festive flavor.
- Add a little bit of grated orange or lemon zest to the mincemeat. This will add a bright and citrusy flavor.
- Use a good quality suet in your mincemeat. Suet is the hard fat from around the kidneys of a beef or lamb. It adds a rich and creamy texture to the mincemeat.
- If you don't have any suet, you can use butter or margarine instead. However, the mincemeat will not be as rich and flavorful.
- Store the mincemeat in a cool, dark place for up to 6 months.
Conclusion:
Mincemeat is a delicious and versatile ingredient that can be used in a variety of pies, tarts, and other desserts. It is also a great way to use up leftover fruits and spices. With a little planning and preparation, you can make your own mincemeat at home in no time. So next time you're looking for a festive and flavorful dessert, give mincemeat a try.
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