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Mince Pies
Mince pies (also known as "mince tarts") are a traditional
British sweet pastry eaten during the Christmas period.
The tradition
dates back to the eleventh century when crusaders returning from the
Holy Land brought back a variety of oriental spices and made pies
with three spices (cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg) to symbolize the
three gifts given to the infant Jesus by the Magi.
Originally the pies were rectangular with a place for the Christ Child
to be placed on top: the baby was removed and the pie eaten in celebration.
Mince pies are usually 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7.5 centimeters) in diameter
and made using sweet shortcrust or puff pastry.
There is also an American version of mince pies, which is often larger
(up to 10 inches - 25 centimeters) and can be used to serve several people.
In Victorian times, the pies generally were spiced meat pies with some dried
fruit. In modern times however, the filling is made from fruit mincemeat
(typically containing raisins, currants, cherries, apricot, candied peel,
spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg, and nuts such as walnuts and almonds,
all in suet, and with brandy or rum).
Mince pies can be served hot or cold. If eaten hot, many people enjoy eating
them with brandy butter.
There are many traditions associated with mince pies:
- They are a favorite food of Santa Claus,
and that one or two should be left out by the chimney, (along with a glass of brandy or sherry,
and a carrot for his reindeer), as a thankyou for a well-filled
stocking.
- The mincemeat mixture should be stirred in only a clockwise tradition.
Stirring anticlockwise apparently brings bad luck.
- You should make a wish when eating the first mince pie of the season.
- Mince pies should be eaten in silence.
- Mince pies should have a star on the top, to represent the
Christmas Star which led the
shepherds and the
Magi to the infant Jesus in
Bethlehem.
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- Mincemeat filling includes apples, currants, sultanas, stem ginger, candied citrus peels
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Luxury mincemeat tarts traditionally baked with delicious all butter pastry and rich aromatic mincemeat infused with 12 year old Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch Whisky, distilled with care in the heart of Speyside. They're a pleasure to both serve and enjoy. Traditionally served warm with fresh cream, creme fraiche, ice cream, custard or brandy butter. Also good with tea or coffee as a light snack. |
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Walkers Shortbread
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- Heat briefly in the microwave to deliver a home bake taste
Product Description:
These luxury tarts feature a classic mincemeat filling of apples, currants, sultanas, stem ginger, candied citrus peels and more. They are baked in the secluded village of Aberlour, Strathspey in the heart of the Scottish Highlands with the finest and freshest ingredients. They're a pleasure to both serve and enjoy. Traditionally served warm with fresh cream, creme fraiche, ice cream, custard or brandy butter. They are also good with tea or coffee as a light snack. |
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Walkers
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- These Walkers Luxury Fruit Mince Tarts contain a very traditional fruity and tangy filling.
- In folklore, mince pies are regarded as a favorite food of Father Christmas, and it is noted that one or two should be left on a plate at the foot of the chimney as a thank you for well-filled stockings.
Product Description:
These Walkers Luxury Fruit Mince Tarts contain a very traditional fruity and tangy filling. Delicious hot or cold, we recommend serving them with clotted or devon cream, custard, ice cream, or brandy sauce. In folklore, mince pies are regarded as a favorite food of Father Christmas, and it is noted that one or two should be left on a plate at the foot of the chimney as a thank you for well-filled stockings. Imported for the holiday season. 6 Pack - 371g / 13oz |
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Mr. Kiplings
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- Start the season with exceedingly good cakes, and indulge in these buttery pastries filled with mincemeat and accented with sweet bits of glace cherry, and topped with a sprinkle of sugar.
Product Description:
Mr Kipling's Mince Pies are truly a decadent holiday treat. Start the season with exceedingly good cakes, and indulge in these buttery pastries filled with mincemeat and accented with sweet bits of glace cherry, and topped with a sprinkle of sugar. Try them warm or cold with cream for a delicious and festive treat. All Mr Kipling Pies are imported from England for the holidays. Get them while they last! Pack of 6. |
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Walkers Shortbread
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Product Description:
Walkers luxury tarts in a miniature, snack size. The classic mincemeat filling includes apples, currants, sultanas, stem ginger and candied citrus peel. Perfectly sized servings for after dinner dessert or anytime snack with tea or coffee. Traditionally served warm with fresh cream, crème fraiche, ice cream, custard or brandy butter. |
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Mr Kipling
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- 6 Pack
Product Description:
Mr Kipling's Mince Pies are truly a decadent holiday treat. Start the season with exceedingly good cakes, and indulge in these buttery pastries filled with mincemeat and accented with sweet bits of glace cherry, and topped with a sprinkle of sugar. Try them warm or cold with cream for a delicious and festive treat. All Mr Kipling Pies are imported from England for the holidays. Get them while they last! Pack of 6. |
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Hoppers
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Four traditional Christmas shortcrust Minced Fruit Pies filled with rich fruit mincemeat and lightly dusted with sugar |
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Mr Kipling
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Mr Kipling's Mince Pies comprise butter enriched pastry cases, deep filled with delicious, rich and moist mincemeat. They can be eaten cold, or alternatively heated up and enjoyed with a helping of custard or brandy butter. Mr. Kipling, as we all know, makes exceedingly good cakes, and these delicious mine pies are no exception. Save yourself the time it takes to bake your own mince pies, and let Mr. Kipling do the hard work this Christmas! Pack of 6. |
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Part of the popular Fray Bentos range of tinned pies, this Fray Bentos Mince Beef and Onion Pie contains minced beef and diced onion, covered in delicious meaty gravy and topped off with Fray Bentos' famous puff pastry. Fray Bentos Mince Beef and Onion Pie is a convenient and good value option for those short of time and also on a budget - it only takes around 30 minutes to cook and feeds up to four people. This tasty pie will certainly help warm you up on those cold winter nights. |
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Click Here | - Rich shortcrust mini pastry cases filled with delicious mincemeat and dusted with sugar.
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Rich shortcrust mini pastry cases filled with delicious mincemeat and dusted with sugar. |
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