Name: Mock Mincemeat Pie
Yield: Makes 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 12-inch round Pie Crusts; 1 1/2 pounds Granny Smith apples (about 3 large), peeled, quartered, cored, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 cup dried currants; 3/4 cup golden raisins; 3/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries; 3/4 cup diced dried apricots; 1/2 cup dried tart or sweet cherries; 1 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons mild-flavored (light) molasses; 2 tablespoons dark rum; 2 tablespoons brandy; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon finely grated orange peel; 3/4 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; Large pinch of ground cloves; Large pinch of fine sea salt; 1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream; 1 tablespoon sugar

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Mock Mincemeat PieElinor Carucci

Old-fashioned mincemeat contained tiny bits of meat and/or beef suet, a type of fat. This modern, meatless version is a great mix of apples, dried fruits, and warming spices.

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