Classic British Mince Pies
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Classic British Mince Pies
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Step 1: Gather your ingredients - flour, butter, sugar, mixed dried fruit, spices, brandy, and a jar of mincemeat.
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Step 2: Make the pastry by rubbing butter into flour and sugar until crumbly. Add water, mix, and chill for 30 minutes.
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Step 3: Roll out the pastry and cut circles for the bases and smaller ones for the lids. Grease a muffin tin and line with the pastry.
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Step 4: Fill each pastry case with a spoonful of mincemeat. Don't overfill!
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Step 5: Top each pie with a pastry lid and seal the edges. Make a small slit on the top for steam to escape during baking.
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Step 6: Optional - brush the tops with milk or beaten egg for a golden finish. Sprinkle with a pinch of sugar.
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Step 7: Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15-20 minutes until golden and deliciously fragrant.
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Step 8: Allow the mince pies to cool slightly before removing them from the tin. Serve warm or cold, dusted with icing sugar.
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Enjoy the taste of Christmas with these delightful Classic British Mince Pies! Perfect with a cup of tea or a glass of mulled wine.