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Homemade Mincemeat: Place all the ingredients in a large Dutch oven, and bring to a boil over medium high heat, stirring often. Then, reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the mincemeat, stirring often, for about 30 minutes, or until the liquid is almost evaporated.Remove from heat and, if desired, stir in 2-4 tablespoons of rum or brandy.
Mincemeat pie was traditionally a main dish served warm during the cold weather with more meat than fruit, but as fruit and spices became more accessible the pies adapted as well. Mincemeat pie has also been known as mutton pie and Christmas Pie.
Mince Pies, like Christmas Puddings, were originally filled with meat, such as lamb, rather than the dried fruits and spices mix as they are today. They were also first made in an oval shape to represent the manger that Jesus slept in as a baby, with the top representing his swaddling clothes. How many mince pies are eaten in the UK?