Instructions: See Preserving info

First separate the dried bananas and chop into pieces about 5mm thick then chop the apricots and add those to the bananas along with the raisins sultanas and spices.

Now chop the orange peel into small pieces and boil it in 110ml of water for 5 minutes (this will kill the toxins in the peel and soften it).

Then drain it in a sieve and set aside to cool.

Now rinse the apples under a running tap dry them well then using a fine grater grate the apples into the bowl containing the dried fruit.

As you do this sprinkle a little lemon juice on now and then to stop them going brown.

Next grate the creamed coconut into the bowl then add the cooled peel and the brandy.

Stir and mix everything thoroughly.

Then pack into jars and store either in the fridge or in a very cool place until needed.

Use as conventional mincemeat.

Makes 3 4 lb

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