Old-Time Mincemeat Pie

Old-Time Mincemeat Pie
  • PREP TIME
    45 mins
  • COOK TIME
    2 hrs 55 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    171 hrs 40 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    54

Embark on a culinary journey to the past with this rich and intensely flavored mincemeat pie. Combining tender steak, tart cherries, and a medley of fruits and spices, this pie is a true taste of tradition.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    181 g
  • Cholesterol
    80 mg
  • Fiber
    9 g
  • Protein
    21 g
  • Saturated Fat
    16 g
  • Sodium
    521 mg
  • Sugar
    82 g
  • Fat
    38 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 20 mins Combine steak and cider in a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook until steak is tender, about 20 minutes. Remove steak to a cutting board; coarsely chop, then return to the pot.

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02 Step

Recipe View 1 hrs 30 mins Stir in apples, currants, raisins, cherry preserves, 1 1/3 cups sugar, mixed fruit peel, and butter. Add ginger, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Simmer, uncovered, over low heat until mixture is very thick, about 1 hour 30 minutes. Stir in cherries and remove from heat.

Image Step 03
03 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Transfer filling to a container and allow to cool at room temperature. Cover tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 week before using.

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04 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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05 Step

Recipe View 0 mins Line a 9-inch pie dish with 1 pastry crust. Spoon filling into crust and cover with second pastry crust. Crimp edges and cut several slits into top pastry. Brush with cream and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon sugar.

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06 Step

Recipe View 45 mins Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 45 minutes.

For a richer flavor, consider using beef suet instead of butter.
A splash of brandy or dark rum can be added to the filling for an extra layer of warmth.
The filling can be made well in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, or frozen for longer storage.
Ensure the filling is thoroughly cooled before adding it to the pie crust to prevent a soggy bottom.
If the top crust starts to brown too quickly, tent the pie with foil during the last 15-20 minutes of baking.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.9/ 5 ( 18 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Antonietta Dickens

    Great recipe! I made it for Thanksgiving and everyone raved about it. The combination of sweet, tart, and savory flavors is simply irresistible.

  • Alexie Hartmann

    This recipe is a gem! The mincemeat filling is incredibly flavorful and complex. The week-long refrigeration really allows the flavors to meld together. It's a bit of a process, but totally worth it for a special occasion.

  • Lennie Lemke

    The only change I made was to add a bit of orange zest to the filling. It brightened up the flavors beautifully. Thanks for sharing this wonderful recipe!

  • Malcolm Mckenzie

    Followed the recipe exactly and it turned out amazing! The aroma while it was baking was heavenly. Will definitely be making this again for the holidays.

  • Durward Price

    I was hesitant about the steak, but it adds a wonderful depth to the pie. I substituted the mixed fruit peel with chopped dried apricots and it worked perfectly. My family loved it!

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