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My idea for a
Nana's Kitchen section really started when I became a Grandmother. I thought
that maybe a
world-wide recipe exchange would be great. Cooking a meal for others to enjoy is most rewarding for me and, compared to ready meals, is not as expensive. I have not ventured too far from traditional British fare, however, but I would dearly like to
do so.
To start, I would
like to share with you an unusual recipe for my 'Dreamy
Mince Pies'; a firm family favourite and relished by friends.
Mince pies are a 'must' for most families in England (mainly at Christmas
time, though because jars of mincemeat are available to buy
throughout the year, many people are making these delicious sweet treats all the
year round). Nowadays, too, there are many variations to the traditional
mince-pie.
The most popular one has a pastry top and base.
However, my favourite is dreamy and light with a hint of orange and
apricot,
a touch of brandy and topped with meringue. Why not
give these a try and make them all the year round?
If you are not able to buy jars of mincemeat in your area but do have access to the ingredients that include dried fruits, then please let me know.
I have a super recipe for mincemeat as well! However if you
would prefer to buy, then I can source a supplier for you.
As the Internet is cosmopolitan all this may sound like 'gobbledygook' to you.
Do not worry, you are not alone. A friend of mine in a country far away from England thought that mincemeat was from an animal. She was pleasantly surprised
to hear about the ingredients as she is vegetarian. Sadly
though, she found that mince pies are too sweet for her taste.
If
you would like me to include one of your recipes on these
pages to share with others, I shall be delighted to hear
from you. Please send an email to me and do let me know if
you are living outside of the United Kingdom. I can then
include your recipe in a section especially for your
country.
Will you be the
first to start the exchange?
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Click here for my Dreamy Mince Pie
Recipe ***
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