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Definition of «mincemeat»

Mincemeat is a sweet and savory dish made from chopped meat, often beef or lamb, mixed with other ingredients such as suet, fruit (usually apples), spices, and sometimes alcohol. It can be used to fill pies, tarts, or pastries, and is commonly associated with the holiday season in many countries, particularly during Christmas time.

Usage examples

  1. She made a delicious mincemeat pie for dessert.
  2. The classic Christmas cake includes a layer of rich mincemeat filling.
  3. The traditional British mincemeat recipe usually consists of chopped dried fruits, spices, suet, and brandy.
  4. My grandmother's mincemeat recipe has been passed down through generations.
  5. The butcher prepared a fresh batch of homemade mincemeat for sale.
  6. The mincemeat sandwich I had for lunch was surprisingly tasty with its sweet and savory flavors.
  7. The old cookbook had a variety of mincemeat recipes, including sweet and savory options.
  8. The mincemeat tart had a flaky crust and a delicious blend of flavors.
  9. After simmering for hours, the mincemeat mixture on the stove had developed a rich and aromatic aroma.
  10. The festival celebrated traditional dishes, and one of the highlights was the mincemeat competition.

Phrases with «mincemeat»

Sentences with «mincemeat»

  • These Perks bring the weapon up a notch, especially because you can blast away with 5 rounds per shot, which makes mincemeat of pretty much all enemies, particularly those in the Crucible. (destinynewshub.com)
  • It's a good decision, for the E63 really does make mincemeat of motorway miles. (evo.co.uk)
  • [An] overheated, badly written, wretchedly acted and unconvincing drama, which makes mincemeat out of the traditional beauty and the beast fairy tale. (metacritic.com)
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