Cranberry Mincemeat

By Hklbrries

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
• 1 cup water
• 4 large apples (2 pounds), cored and coarsely chopped
• 1 cup light or dark molasses
• 1/4 cup cider vinegar
• 1 tsp allspice
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 2 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
• 3/4 cup finely chopped mixed candied fruit
• 1 pound (2 cups) seedless raisins

Preparation

Step 1

In a six-quart pan, bring water and cranberries to a boil over high heat. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until cranberries pop open. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally. The mixture should be as thick as jam. Cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. Freeze for longer storage. Can be used as an alternative to traditional mincemeat recipes, as a side dish or relish, or eaten as is.