Minced Pie Filling

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Use in pies and tarts for the holidays.

Mark

 

Minced  Pie Filling

 

1 pound fresh ripe pears, chopped

1 lemon rind, grated

1 orange rind, grated

1 pound mixed dried fruit

4 ounces candied peel

4 ounces glace cherries

4 ounces dates, chopped

2 ounces flaked almonds

1 teaspoon allspice

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon powdered ginger

4 tablespoons whisky or other liquid

 

Mix all the ingredients together and let stand for 1 to 2 hours.

Store in air-tight jars. Use as regular mincemeat.