Homemade Mincemeat

Prep: 10 min Serves: 10 Cuisine: American

Homemade mincemeat is a delightful blend of sweet and savory flavors that combines cooked ground beef, tart apples, and a medley of warm spices. This dish is perfect for holiday baking or as a unique filling for pies and pastries, appealing to those who enjoy traditional festive treats.

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Ingredients

  • 1 c. ground beef
  • 1/2 c. cider vinegar
  • 2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. cloves
  • 1 c. seeded raisins
  • 2 c. sugar
  • 1 c. boiling water
  • 1 tsp. allspice
  • 3 c. apples

Instructions

  1. Mix well in a large bowl.
  2. Let stand 24 hours.
  3. Will keep a few weeks in a covered jar in the refrigerator.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

444 kcal 22% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.4g 21% DV
Total Fat 17.6g 23% DV
Carbs 78.4g 28% DV
Fiber 16.9g 60% DV
Sugar 25.9g 52% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 210mg 9% DV
Potassium 917.8mg 20% DV
Cholesterol 19mg 6% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 9.8mcg 1% DV
Vitamin C 29.2mg 32% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 401mg 31% DV
Iron 6.5mg 36% DV
Diet fit High-fiber

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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