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Lemon Mincemeat

Here's how you make Lemon Mincemeat
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  • Servings: 10
  • Prep: 1d
  • Cook: 30m
    • The following recipe serves 10 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 1 lemon
  • 225 grams sugar (1 cup plus 2 tablespoons)
  • 225 grams suet, shredded (1/2 pound or about 2 cups)
  • 225 grams currants, dried (1 1/3 cups)
  • 115 grams raisins (2/3 cup)
  • 2 tablespoons brandy
  • 2 tablespoons port
  • 1 tablespoon plus 1/4 teaspoon mixed spice (apple pie spice mixture)
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: In a saucepan place lemon with enough water to cover and bring to a boil over high heat and boil for 30 minutes or until tender and lemon can be pieced with a fork. Drain the lemon and puree in a blender. Transfer to a large bowl. Stir in sugar, cover, and let stand at room temperature for 12 hours.

  • Step 2: Stir in the suet, and the rest of the ingredients (-mixed spice).

  • Step 3: Use right away or pack it into jars, capping tightly and refrigerate. It will keep for up to one year.

We hope you enjoy this recipe!

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