1 lg. apple, grated
2 tbsp. raisins
2 tbsp. currants
2 tbsp. sultanas
Grated rind and juice of 1 lemon
1 oz. candied peel finely chopped
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. melted butter
1 tbsp. sherry or brandy
1/4 tsp. mixed spice
1 oz. chopped nuts

Mix all the ingredients well together. NOTE: if brandy is use the mincemeat will keep well. Use as a filling for pies and tarts. The mince pie dates from the days of crusaders. It used to be called the "Christ's cradle, " and was oblong in shape instead of round. The crusaders said the spices put into it represented the gifts of the wise men to the Holy Child, and the crust represented the cradle.