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Our tips for Mince pies

  • Leftover mincemeat

    Heat small amounts of left-over mincemeat in a pan and spoon over ice-cream for an alternative Christmas pudding.

  • Uncooked mince pies

    Make mince pies in early December and freeze uncooked in patty tins until solid. Then pack in boxes. Bake a few at a time when needed

  • Save energy

    Submitted by Sue, Stockport

    If you are using oven for 1st course, also cook a pudding in the oven, even if you only freeze the pudding for reheating in the microwave for a meal on a different day. Try never to waste the empty space in your oven! After switching off oven, I also leave the door open whenever possible. Might as well use the surplus heat to heat the kitchen!

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