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Guide 2 Christmas   >   Mince Pies 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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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. These Walkers Luxury Mince Tarts are delicious hot or cold, and we recommend serving them with clotted or devon cream, custard, ice cream, or Brandy sauce. Green Tomato Mince Pie Filling, 32 fl. Oz. Barry Farm Misc. Lowest New Price: $7.89* *(As of 15:01 Pacific 3 Sep 2010 More Info) Click Here 32 fluid ounce jar Each jar is filled with fruit just like Grandma used to make. Save money with combined shipping by ordering several items from Barry Farm. Product Description: Green Tomato Mince Pie Filling, 32 fl. Oz. Mince Pies-pack 6 Deep Pies By Mr Kipling Mr Kipling Misc.   Pack 6 pies Can be served hot Product Description: Rich shortcrust pastry filled with delicious mincemeat (a mixture of raisins, orange & lemon peel, apples and other dried fruits, and sugar). These mince pies are deeper than the regular pies and contain more delicious mincemeat. Mince pies are a British Christmas tradition, and can be served hot. Remove the foil container if product is to be heated in a microwave. Contains Gluten. HOLMFIELD BAKERY MINCE PIES HOLMFIELD BAKERY Misc.   Each box contains six fresh tarts. From England. Product Description: Olde English Christmas traditions are full of flavour, including long beloved favourites like Mince Pies. Delicious shortbread pastry with an even more delicious mincemeat filling. Gently heat tarts before serving, decadent with custard or cream. Hoppers Fruit Mince Pies Hoppers Misc.   Imported from England Christmas Product Description: Traditional Christmas shortcrust Minced Fruit Pies filled with rich fruit mincemeat and lightly dusted with sugar Walkers Glenfiddich 6 pack Mince Pies Walkers Misc.   Hoppers Mini Rich Fruit Mince Pies Pack 12 Hoppers Bakeries Misc.   Walkers 6 pack Mince Pies Walkers Misc.   Buxton Spa Bakery Mince Pies, 11-Ounce Boxes (Pack of 6) Buxton Spa Grocery List Price: $28.80* *(As of 15:01 Pacific 3 Sep 2010 More Info) Click Here Mince Pies-pack 6 Deep Pies By Holmfield Bakery Holmfield Bakery Misc.   Christmas Treat Deep mince pie Can be served hot Product Description: Rich shortcrust pastry filled with delicious mincemeat (a mixture of raisins, orange & lemon peel, apples and other dried fruits, and sugar). These mince pies are deeper than the regular pies and contain more delicious mincemeat. Mince pies are a British Christmas tradition, and can be served hot. 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