Cranberry Studded Mincemeat By Nigella Lawson Recipe

Nigella Lawson's festive Cranberry Studded Mincemeat recipe! This vegetarian twist on a classic Christmas treat bursts with the tartness of cranberries and the warmth of warming spices. Sweetened with honey (not vegan), this rich mincemeat is perfect for pies, tarts, or enjoyed straight from the jar. Easy to make and incredibly delicious, this recipe is your new Christmas kitchen staple!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 35.2 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Cranberry Studded Mincemeat By Nigella Lawson

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How to Make Cranberry Studded Mincemeat By Nigella Lawson

  1. Gently dissolve 1 cup of granulated sugar in 1/2 cup of ruby port in a large pan over low heat.
  2. Add 1 cup of fresh or frozen cranberries and stir to combine.
  3. Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/2 cup currants, 1/2 cup raisins, 1/4 cup dried cranberries, the zest and juice of 1 clementine.
  4. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 20 minutes, or until the fruit has softened and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. Remove from the heat and let cool slightly.
  6. Stir in 1/4 cup brandy, 1 teaspoon almond extract, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of honey. Use a wooden spoon to mash the mixture into a paste.
  7. Spoon the mincemeat into sterilized jars. Once completely cool, store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

0g

Carbs

2g