Mincemeat

Instructions

1. 1

   Quarter and seed orange and lemon.

2. 2

   Grind in food grinder or food processor fitted with a steel blade.

3. 3

   In Dutch oven combine ground orange and lemon, apples, raisins, candied fruits and orange juice.

4. 4

   Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

5. 5

   Add sugar, spices and salt.

6. 6

   Simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. 7

   Add 1 cup of brandy.

8. 8

   Simmer, stirring occasionally, until mixture is thick like jam — about 1 hour.

9. 9

   Remove from heat.

10. 10

    Stir in remaining brandy.

11. 11

    Store covered in refrigerator up to 2 months.