Mouthwatering Holiday Foods from Around the World

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Mince Pies - U.K.

Mince pies, now a staple in many British homes at holiday time, trace their roots back to the Crusades, when spices and dried fruits were brought back to England, along with Middle Eastern recipes. In the beginning, mince pie's ingredients also included mutton, but most modern iterations make do with beef fat, spiced raisins, currants, and other dried fruits. Baked in a flaky pie pastry, they're wonderfully sweet and savory treats. Get the recipe here.