Homemade Mincemeat Recipe

Step 1

In a large pan, melt butter.

Step 2

Add water, fruits, sugar, spices, and alcohol.

Step 3

Bring to boil over medium-high heat, stirring often.  Once it boils reduce the heat to low and cook for approximately 30 mins. Continue to stir often.

Step 4

The mince is ready when the majority of the liquid has boiled out.

Step 5

Let the mince cool completely and then transfer and store in an airtight container.

Step 6

The mince should be kept in the refrigerator. The longer you store it the more the flavors will develop.

Step 7

The mince will keep for a month if you take some steps.  Check on it every week or so and add a  tablespoon of rum or brandy and give it a good stir. If you don’t take this step the mince will only last a week.