Mincemeat

[cappuccino]

3 lbs. regular ground beef

3 3/4 cups demerara sugar

1cup Fancy Molasses

5 lbs. apples, peeled and sliced

6 cups Muscatel raisins

3 cups currants

3 cups Sultana raisins

1 1/2 cups candied mixed fruit

1 1/2 cups candied orange peel

1 1/2 cups candied citron

2 cups chopped pecans

1 1/2 cups chopped almonds

1 tbsp. salt

1 tbsp. cinnamon

1 tbsp. mace

1 tbsp. ground cloves

3 1/2 cups apple cider

2 1/4 cups brandy

Mix together all ingredients except brandy. Bring to a boil and simmer for 1 1/2 hours until apples are tender and dark brown. Stir frequently. Mix in brandy. Pour into sterilized (1L) jars and seal with new lids. Place submersed, in a boiling water bath for 1 1/2 hours. Cool. Store in a cool dry place for up to six months. When using, fill a 9" pastry lined pie pan. Cover the top with lattice crust. Bake at 425°F for 30-40 minutes.

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