Festive Recipes and Holiday Cheer with Karen S. Burns-Booth

mincemeat

🥗Healthier: fruit and nut mix

💰Cheaper: apple filling

Fruit and nut mix provides a lighter option while still offering sweetness.

shortcrust pastry

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pastry

💰Cheaper: store-bought pastry

Whole wheat adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a dairy-free alternative.

Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).

Roll out the shortcrust pastry on a floured surface.

Cut out circles for the base and place them in a muffin tin.

Fill each pastry base with mincemeat, leaving some space at the top.

Cut out smaller circles or shapes for the pie lids.

Place the lids on top of the filled pies and seal the edges.

Beat the egg and milk together, then brush the mixture over the pie lids.

Sprinkle sugar on top for sweetness and crunch.

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens