Medieval bakers at work in the 15th century - Hulton Archive Medieval mince pies were big enough to feed an entire family, documents unearthed by the National Archives suggest. Centuries-old recipes ...

Mince pies are everywhere at Christmas, but they’re a little bit like Marmite – you either love them, or hate them. If you’re firmly in the ‘love’ camp, you may have packed a few away so far over the ...

I made homemade Christmas mince pies in my air fryer and discovered two crucial mistakes that nearly ruined them - here's how to avoid them and get perfectly crisp, golden results every time ...

Using filo pastry is a quick trick. You can buy the filo pre-made and it makes nice parcels when layered up in a bun tin Michelle Darmody: "It is best to ensure the filo dough is defrosted before ...

Mince pies are an essential part of the Christmas season for countless families across Britain. These delightful sweet pastries, packed with mincemeat - a festive blend of dried fruit, warming spices, ...

A mince pie at Christmas is a must, and it is quite possible you have already had your fair share this late in the season. So, if you are looking for a new way to enjoy these festive delights, one ...

Combine all the ingredients for the mince, except the muscovado sugar and the suet, in a large saucepan. Place the saucepan over a low heat and cook for about 30 minutes or until the fruit has plumped ...