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List of ingredients for Mince pies (1)


* 1 Packet pre-rolled puff pastry
* 450 g (1 lb) jar of mincemeat
* 55 g (2 oz) caster sugar
* 1 whole egg
* 60 ml (2 fl oz) milk

===Method===
* Beat the egg and add a tiny pinch of salt
* Using a pastry cutter, stamp out 24 x 7.5 cm (3") circles of puff pastry for the bases
* Push the circles into 2 molded baking trays
* Fill each base with 2 teaspoons of mincemeat and brush the edges with a little milk
* Using a pastry cutter, stamp out 24 x 6 cm (2.5") circles of pastry for the lids
* Put the lids on the bases and ensure they are sealed
* Brush the egg mixture over the tops of the pies and sprinkle with a little caster sugar
* Bake for 20 minutes and allow to cool on a raised grid to prevent them sweating

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