Served as dessert. Vegetarian dish.

1 lb Currants

1/2 lb Raisins

1 lb Granny Smith Apples, peeled and diced (about 2 large)

1 lb dark Brown Sugar

8 ounces Candied peel, finely chopped

3 ounces chopped Almonds

3 ounces chopped Walnuts

2 Lemons Juice and Zest, grated

1 Orange Juice and Zest, grated

1 teaspoon Nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon Cloves

1/4 teaspoon Cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon Mace

1/8 teaspoon Ginger

4 tablespoons Dark Rum

3/4 cup Cognac or Brandy

Mix all the ingredients together, stirring well. Spoon into clean, screwtop jars and cover. Allow to sit atleast 2 weeks before using, turning the jars every so often to redistribute juices. The mincemeat keeps months like this.

Preparation time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 15 minutes

Yields: 3-4 Pie fillings

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