Mrs. A. S. Lane.

MINCE PIES. (Makes 17).

Boil one large or two small beef hearts; one and one-half pounds fine chopped suet, six pints fine chopped sour apples, two pounds fine chopped raisins, two pounds currants, one pound fine chopped citron, one quart molasses, two pounds brown sugar, one quart brandy, two quarts cider, one ounce allspice, one ounce cinnamon, three nutmegs. Chop the meat when cold, add the other ingredients and cook one hour; let it stand two days before making into pies, then if too rich add more apples.

MOCK MINCE PIE.

Two cups sugar, one small cup butter, one-half cup of molasses, two eggs, one cup rolled crackers, one cup cold water, one cup wine, one-half cup boiled cider, one cup chopped raisins, a little salt, cinnamon and cloves.

Mrs. Sage.

PLAIN AND FANCY DESSERTS.

GENERAL DIRECTIONS.

Flour—Should always be sifted just before you wish to use it.