A Christmas must have
Mix the flour and sugar in a large bowl
Add the butter and rub together until it looks like breadcrumbs
Add the beaten egg and a little water or milk to bind the pastry together
Wrap in cling film and chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes
Heat oven to 220c
Grease your pie/muffin tins
Roll out the pastry on a lightly floured surface
Cut out 12 discs
Put these in the bottom of each
Add a spoonful of mincemeat to each
Cut out smaller rounds or shapes and place on top of the mincemeat
If using a full top seal the sides well
Brush with beaten egg or water
Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden
Dust with icing sugar
Servings 24