Virtual Advent Calendar: Day 17

One of the many joys of Christmas is the festive food. Warm and delicious and reserved for the very darkest and coldest of days. Stewed fruits and mulled drinks and cold meats and preserves. Bring on the grub!

Behind door No. 17 is...


...a big plate of yummy mince pies. I know quite a few people who don't like mince pies - all the more for me I say! Warmed through with some brandy cream is my favorite I must admit. My granny makes the best mince pies in the world but I think I'd be disowned if I shared the family recipe with you so I'll give you BBC Good Food's one instead. Enjoy.