Christmas mince pies and Christmas tips for cooking and instructions for the make ahead prepped food

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  • Опубликовано: 28 окт 2024

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  • @susancraig3966
    @susancraig3966 Год назад +3

    I love watching you cook. You are unhurried yet it all happens in no time!

  • @gillianmarshall5930
    @gillianmarshall5930 Год назад +3

    Hi Helen ,
    Great video , thank you for all your hard work ..And sharing with us xx

  • @Bombabingbong66
    @Bombabingbong66 Год назад +1

    I love that...Its good enough. 👍 Yay bring Mum back. Maybe she can share a favourite recipe 😋 or skin care routine she is beautiful.

  • @lisab4033
    @lisab4033 Год назад +2

    Hi Helen. You must be worn out! Mince pies looked yummy. Great to see you with your daughter and grandchildren again. Looking forward to seeing Mum with you again xxx

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      I'm fine. Thank goodness the early prep as stood me in good stead and although was ill I'm still ahead. xx

  • @victoriahanke5086
    @victoriahanke5086 Год назад +1

    I am o happy you are feeling better. I miss mince pies. My Grandfather used to make them every Christmas. He was British and they were delicious. After he passed I tried to recreate his pies. I bought Crosse and Blackwells mincemeat every year. They were not even close to his! Lol! Now, I can’t find the mincemeat anymore! I’m so jealous! The aroma of them baking in our home was wonderful, and it signaled Christmas Day was fast approaching. Oh, Helen, thank you for a special memory today. Those were special days. Blessings to you and your family always! ♥️🙏🕊♥️🎄✨✨✨✨

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      It's funny isn't it, things we take for granted are not so readily available everywhere.
      Thanks for watching xx

  • @BIRGITTAQF
    @BIRGITTAQF Год назад +1

    An old boss said once "if i had not made more then 5 faults a day its a good one. So good enough is well done. Thank you showing me how a mince meat is done. Many years i thought it was real meat inside. Take care ♥️

  • @anne4562
    @anne4562 Год назад +4

    The cream cheese topped with pepper jelly is one of my favorite easy and quick appetizers. This is one thing I think works better with cream cheese in a block, rather than a tub. I like it topped with chutney or any kind of sweet and sour relishy type thing. Have a wonderful Christmas!

  • @veronicwbrennan4002
    @veronicwbrennan4002 10 месяцев назад

    Re: the washing machine. I think it's great Helen to see this is your channel and you do everything from start to finish. I recently learned that some creators actually have a whole team behind them to get everything out. Not rubbishing them just saying you should be proud of yourself. You come across as one of us, what with Dolly wanting in and out. I will continue to support you and like minded vlog gers. Again, well done. P.s. don't know how I missed this last year. 😢

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  10 месяцев назад

      Haha, a team, that'll be the day!
      Thank you xx

  • @susangodfrey7283
    @susangodfrey7283 Год назад

    I miss mince pies I love them
    My grandma used to make them
    No one else in my family likes them or I would defiantly try making some tarts like yours. I love the stars on top

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Make them and freeze them to take out one or two when you fancy one? xx

  • @pamelawright1369
    @pamelawright1369 Год назад +2

    Thank you for sharing you look nice in your sweater and matching scarf, look forward to seeing your mom again. Hope you have a great Christmas 🤶 🎉😂

  • @sandeerawson1248
    @sandeerawson1248 Год назад +1

    “Baby cheetahs”. 😂oh my! Children say the most adorable things don’t they? My grandson saw it snowing for the first time and yelled” it’s a Christmas miracle!” I wrote it down in a little book I keep so I never forget such treasures. May your holidays be merry and bright!! ❤️ 🎄

  • @susanroche1760
    @susanroche1760 Год назад

    Delighted with your tips for the mince pies will follow to the letter so quick. Looking forward to seeing your mum again & once again Happy Christmas 🎄🎄🎅🙏🙏

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      They are easy, honestly. Enjoy and have a great Christmas xx

  • @geraldineskinner5941
    @geraldineskinner5941 Год назад

    Yes looking forward to seeing your mum again. All this food prep is making me feel very guilty and I’d be on the sherry by now if I was having that many guests. But I’m really enjoying seeing a traditional Christmas in the making with you

  • @macelven
    @macelven Год назад +1

    I'm 100% behind 'good enough', we juggle so much and feel like we have to be perfect. Ha, being oneself and being content is just so much kinder to ourselves. Have enjoyed all your content these last few months Helen. Happy to call myself a Hel's Belle, and I hope you and you family have a lovely festive season. Lx

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      Thank you and you too. The thing is, if we are relaxed we are nicer to be around xx

  • @aliceinwonderland.2080
    @aliceinwonderland.2080 Год назад +3

    Hi Helen. Good to see you- I’ve been having some problems with the Internet! You look really lovely in that pastel green. I hope all your hard work and prep for your family Christmas lunch will be enjoyed and appreciated by all, which I think is assured, and have a wonderful time.BTW, I’d love to see your lovely mum again!❤️🥰🎄

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Thank you. I'm sure she can be persuaded xx

  • @fionafrazer8820
    @fionafrazer8820 Год назад +3

    Always do star tops for my mince pies (and I did that baking parchment this year after watching that Instagram video). I usually do mini pies and freeze the baked ones, and still think I prefer that method. They reheat from frozen perfectly. I also do the shortbread in star shapes! Christmas week, and we've already gone through a lot of what I had baked for Christmas, so I'm going to have to make more. The only thing I still have lots of are the sausage rolls! I haven't done any of the meal ahead, as there's only the two of us, so easy to manage. Totally agree with you about the insulated jugs - nothing worse than cold gravy. We do roast beef as neither one of us like turkey. Hope your meal goes well, as I'm sure it will - even though it's a lot of work, hope you realize how very lucky you are to have all your family coming to you - I would give my eye teeth for that.

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      You sound very organsied. I know I am lucky. Times change so I make the most of what I have xx

  • @susanwheeler9618
    @susanwheeler9618 Год назад

    Hi Helen, good tip with the paper, will use that when I do mine. Thanks for another fab video. xx

  • @lizowen6949
    @lizowen6949 Год назад +1

    Love your videos!❤ I don’t very often comment but thought I would today. What a good idea to do short crust bases and puff pastry tops for the mince pies! Never thought of that idea! I agree with the fact that there is too much pastry in a lot of mince pies! Thank you for your good tips 💕🙋‍♀️

  • @suemyers7685
    @suemyers7685 Год назад +6

    Love the individual mince meat pies with star topper. Parchment paper strips trick so smart, too. Temp and how long to bake? Yes, another video with your Mom would be great. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and yours, Helen.

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      I've added the details to the description box. Happy Christmas to you too xx

  • @joancarucci8290
    @joancarucci8290 Год назад

    Hi Helen,, the light green jumper and scarf look lovely on you very flattering..The stars on the pies give them a real holiday look.Helen your mum is an inspiration being 91 and really enjoying life is a real blessing can't wait to see her again. She was lovely.

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Thank you, I'm sure she'll be back soon xx

  • @janedaniels7607
    @janedaniels7607 Год назад

    I love watching people work! I must get my mince pies done and in the freezer. I always brush the tops with egg before I freeze them and I don’t even thaw them out. Straight back in the tin and then in the oven.

  • @maxallen-macdonald8791
    @maxallen-macdonald8791 Год назад +1

    My mum's family always adds a very finely chopped Granny Smith or other tart apple to the mincemeat and I admit that it livens it up a bit. They sell mincemeat at the bulk food stores now and you fill your containers and buy it by weight. Also, a touch of brandy or whatever can be added if you so desire. Tell your Mum that she is a lovely lady whom we enjoy in your videos.

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      Yes, I've done that before but this particular mincemeat had apple in it already, it was a bramley apple mince meat xx

  • @wandafeeneyMaker
    @wandafeeneyMaker Год назад +1

    Lovely tips. I made mini mincemeat tarts yesterday….the mincemeat came from England. I’m so happy your Mum is going to be with us again…love always, your Hel’s Belle here in snowy Ontario Canada 🎄❄️☃️xx

  • @helen6477
    @helen6477 Год назад +1

    They look delicious, I love a mince pie! ….be lovely to see your Mum again! Xx❤

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      Thank you. I'm sure I'll get her back xx

  • @unamuldoon2556
    @unamuldoon2556 Год назад

    I was in Aldi this morning and lo and behold didn't they have gravy jugs like your and I bought one Thanks for the tip, happy Christmas to you and yours,
    Una,Hel's Bell 🔔🎄😁

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      That was handy. I alway fill it with boiling water until I'm ready to add the gravy so that the jug is warmed up xx

  • @victoriahanke5086
    @victoriahanke5086 Год назад +1

    That color really looks fabulous on you Helen. The story of your sweet grandson just gave me a good laugh.
    How sweet the memories of when they were little ones! I loved that so much. 🥰✨🎄

  • @bettytennant1126
    @bettytennant1126 Год назад +1

    Loved your video making mince pies 🥧 just like me counting ready rolled God send you so lucky to have your lovely mum merry Christmas X

  • @paulinewood9687
    @paulinewood9687 Год назад

    Paper trip brilliant.Have a great Christmas really enjoying your videos xx

  • @jennie4383
    @jennie4383 Год назад +1

    Hi Helen.
    Treat yourself to a silicone 12 hole tin, it’s brilliant, everything you cook in it just pops out 😊
    Love the tip of a star on top, that makes so much sense .
    Happy Christmas 🌲

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      Haha, I used to have one of those but when all my kitchen things were stored whilst we were renovating the house the mice ate them!! haha xx

  • @patriciakerr7019
    @patriciakerr7019 Год назад +1

    Had to stop this video to order an insulated jug, fantastic idea. I’ve also made your pigs in blankets, or as my friends husband calls them “ pigs in kilts” as we are in Scotland 😂cranberry sauce, bread sauce and stuffing. My Granddaughter helped and loved getting her hands into the mix. 😂😂

  • @gretchenhejazi9463
    @gretchenhejazi9463 Год назад +1

    Yum to the pies. The Merriest of Christmas’ to your whole family, and especially to your wonderful mom. I so enjoyed her visit on your channel, and look forward to her next one. Please tell not to feel shy.

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      I will, thank you. Happy Christmas to you and yours xx

  • @suek8177
    @suek8177 Год назад

    Thanks for this Helen - great tip of using strips of greaseproof paper! Star tops to pies lovely idea too. And please reassure your Mum that it would be great to see her again. Take care xx🎄⭐

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Thanks, you'll definitely see Mum in the New Year xx

  • @shellychell6434
    @shellychell6434 Год назад

    I will be making my mince pies once I’ve finished there’s something quite satisfying and cosy about making mince pies for Christmas x I think my mince meat has been in the cupboard for a while 🤫 xx
    Great idea for using the different pastries though xx

  • @sandrasmith5943
    @sandrasmith5943 Год назад +3

    I can’t believe how much you do Helen. How do you manage with 12 staying overnight? You are amazing. The food you make looks gorgeous. Super mum xx🎄

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +2

      Thank you. I think growing up as one of six big numbers don't phase me. xx

    • @sandrasmith5943
      @sandrasmith5943 Год назад +1

      @@Helenmaryjo I wish I was like you x

  • @chrissiematthews7988
    @chrissiematthews7988 Год назад

    Brilliant pies. 12 staying, hope you get some help. My motto has always been, good enough is good enough. X

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Everyone chips in. It's the prep that I have to do beforehand and clearing up afterwards..... but I can stagger that. xx

  • @deborahharding135
    @deborahharding135 Год назад

    Love that green on you Helen. Last week I fell on the ice & broke my shoulder - end of my Christmas preparations!

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      Oh no! you poor thing. I hope you are soon recovered! What a nuisance, but it'll be Christmas again in five minutes.... at least that what it feels like! xx

  • @veronicapawson5686
    @veronicapawson5686 Год назад +2

    Loving the paper trick Helen. xx

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      It works really well. They lifted out like a dream after freezing. xx

  • @lovinglife6526
    @lovinglife6526 Год назад

    Hi Helen. Sorry I’ve been AWOL, we all have the dreaded Christmas lurgy 🤒😷🤧 in our family. Ugghhh, feeling rubbish. The strip tip is fab I will definitely adopt that. I would love to see your mum again, such a star 🤩.

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      There are so many bugs about. Hope you feel better soon xx

  • @territaylor1133
    @territaylor1133 Год назад +1

    So glad you have got rid of that nasty bug Helen. Love all your videos, you're a star🌟

  • @lornapancott1340
    @lornapancott1340 Год назад

    Thanks Helen for your tip with the parchment paper and like the idea of the two different pastries. Enjoy your family and all the festive food ( that you've made )
    Over Christmas. Look forward to another video with your precious mum and well done on 12k subscribers. Happy Christmas 🎄

  • @elizabethsad8023
    @elizabethsad8023 Год назад

    Lovely tips Helen thankyou. My oven is given up so need to get a new one. Xmas dinner is booked at a local inn xmas eve, we having smorgasbord xmas day at home with lots of oyster bay white wine 🎉 first time ever to have this. Have a wonderful time with all your family / friends …..you really are amazing 💗🌹🏡🎄🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟look forward to spending time with your lovey mum again 💗🌹🌟💗

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      Lovely, sounds like a good plan. I'm sure Mum will be back. I'm out with her today so I'll see what I can do xx

  • @louisesmith2035
    @louisesmith2035 Год назад

    This is how i make my mince pies Helen. I cook them then put in large tupperware box. Have a lovely christmas with your family. 🎄🎄🎅🎅🌟🌟

  • @alorah4831
    @alorah4831 Год назад

    Nice sweater😍. I certainly hope your Mom will join you for another video🙂

  • @tinadavis3333
    @tinadavis3333 Год назад

    Hello Helen again LOVLEY to see you. That's a brillant idea were I am making mince pies with my grandson this week normally I just do flat circle pastry on top. But I will show him you're video ( he's 9 years old and loves making things with me ) and show the star top pastry for our mince pies. Which we are making this week. luckly I allways keep that ready to roll pastry in my freezer thankyou Helen for the cooking tips and ideas 👍🤗🤶🎅⛄

  • @ninathomson4716
    @ninathomson4716 Год назад

    I love the baking parchment paper idea for the mince pies Helen. I made mince pies last week for the first time and they were delicious, if I’m allowed to say that haha. Even made my own shortcrust pastry 😁. I hope you’re having a good week 💕x

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Thank you. yes all good here. Of course, you should say if you enjoyed them. xx

  • @ethelliott5083
    @ethelliott5083 Год назад

    Thanks Helen you make the pie making look very easy.
    It would be lovely to see your mum again and I hope you have a lovely Christmas with your family.

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Thank you. It is easy especially with ready rolled pastry..... I will, hope you have a lovely time xx

  • @jaynenorthern4771
    @jaynenorthern4771 Год назад

    Cream cheese and sweet chili sauce is a definite try for me as I am always hunting for new dips, not to familiar with minch pies but i love the star on the top. Scarf and sweater are a great color for you. Twelver overnight guests, yikes! Can you please go over your vitamin regimen with us!

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Haha, no vitamins here apart from food xx

  • @elianneluxton1730
    @elianneluxton1730 Год назад

    Thanks Helen. Didn’t think we’d get any more videos before Christmas and you’ve given me more! Don’t know how you fit it all in, inspirational. Love to Mum, look forward to seeing her next year!xx🎉

  • @sandracalvey8034
    @sandracalvey8034 Год назад

    Hi Helen, I love mince pies I’m going to make some tomorrow as you made it look so easy. It would be lovely to see your mum again. Best Wishes to you and all the family for Christmas. Thank you for your videos.🎉 x

  • @olivebobo6885
    @olivebobo6885 Год назад

    I chuckled when you said the mince pies would get eaten if you made them early.

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      They really would, by me mostly!! haha xx

  • @ginad2827
    @ginad2827 Год назад

    Definitely would love to see more of your mom!

  • @carolynhopkinson8642
    @carolynhopkinson8642 Год назад

    I use the ready made pastry which I find really good! X

  • @kathytugwell9218
    @kathytugwell9218 Год назад

    Some great tips again Helen thank you! Instead of goose or duck fat or ghee for the roast potatoes, could you use something such as vegetable oil or some kind of vegan block, or something else? I have a vegetarian/vegan friend for Christmas dinner. I immediately ordered the insulated gravy jugs! What a great idea!

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      Absolutely, vegetable oil or sunflower oil would work just as well xx

  • @chrisgriffiths3629
    @chrisgriffiths3629 Год назад

    Helen can you do a tutorial with what to use and how to your eye makeup?? As would love to do mine with the same colouring you have on this mince pie content one !!! xx

  • @unamuldoon2556
    @unamuldoon2556 Год назад

    When the mince pies are frozen ,if you tap the tin on the worktop they will loosen,even without lining with parchment.
    I'm a pastry chef and have made lots in the past,

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      Yes, I think the parchment probably comes into its own when they are baked in the tin. But I expect you are very good at it after all that practice. I think it's a good tip for a lot of different pies and things. xx

  • @lyndablack3438
    @lyndablack3438 Год назад

    Thankyou for another lovely video Helen x

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      My pleasure, thanks for watching xx

  • @patriciacramer2419
    @patriciacramer2419 Год назад

    You so impress me ! Enjoy your videos.

  • @lyndatidman3868
    @lyndatidman3868 Год назад

    Hi 👋 Helen great video thanks for the tip 😊

  • @eddiebrockbank6517
    @eddiebrockbank6517 11 месяцев назад

    Did you ever do a video of the finished Xmas cake made in the slow cooker?

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  11 месяцев назад

      This was last years and yes I did in another video. I've yet to do this year's so watch this space xx

  • @BonBon-nm3js
    @BonBon-nm3js Год назад

    Lovely mince pies 🥧
    I’m afraid I’ve resorted
    to the Costco ones with
    sponge topping. 🤍

    • @lesleylushington4979
      @lesleylushington4979 Год назад +1

      Me too, but there’s more pastry and sponge than filling!

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      I do buy those sometimes but they're not the same as a traditional mince pie. Nice though xx

    • @BonBon-nm3js
      @BonBon-nm3js Год назад

      @@lesleylushington4979 I know they are short on filling,
      I did it thinking I didn’t have the time but Helen made
      them in less time than it took me to park up at Costco!

  • @mollyb7734
    @mollyb7734 Год назад

    Hi! You mentioned the roast potatoes.....how did you prep them? I must have missed the original instructions. Merry Christmas!

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад +1

      I par boiled them covered them in fat and froze them when cooled. xx. It's in this video ruclips.net/video/MHv_RCSfQWI/видео.html

  • @renablythman6243
    @renablythman6243 Год назад

    I'm watching you at 11pm and I'm graving a lovely sweet treat after watching you make mince pies❤they look great with the stars, tell your lovely mum she is very much in demand👍,Helen can I ask, do you do different videos or more videos on Instagram as RUclips is the only social platform I watch?

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Thank you. I do very little on Instagram, it is more of a support to my RUclips channel. I add some photos but you're not missing out. xx

  • @sharonlloyd6617
    @sharonlloyd6617 Год назад

    hi helen do you live near lyndhurst or brockenhurst we go to those places to stay every year year i just love the new forest i would live there if i could its beautiful you are so lucky

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Hi, we're about 35 minutes from each of those. It is a beautful area xx

  • @hopesprings7812
    @hopesprings7812 Год назад

    Haha, I know what pitch my voice is going to be-hysterical 🤣 not really. Hope you get lots of help over Christmas, you need to relax too x

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Haha, my other daughter Grace is a fabulous cook and we work in perfect harmony in the kitchen. Thank goodness! I will relax don't worry, with a Cosmo in hand! xx

  • @Celticcross688
    @Celticcross688 Год назад

    Goose Fat for Roasties..I cook mine in the air Fryer.. get very crunchy with dry heat..do a Buffet Boxing Day.. people help themselves..easy Peasey..The Train was a good Effort..

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Thank you. My air fryer isn't big enough..... but as the oven will be on anyway it's all good. xx

  • @karensterling5597
    @karensterling5597 Год назад

    Nice see you make mince pies is greaseproof paper same ? Just going do cream cheese sweetsour sauce Xmas ev dips breadsticks, can't wait see your lovely mum have happy Christmas everyone on here heles belles,. Thanks all your videos Helen great content

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Год назад

      Yes, greaseproof would do the same job. Happy Christmas to you too xx