1 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
500g/1lb 2oz homemade mincemeat (or use shop-bought if you are short of time)
150²µ/5Β½΄Η³ϊ plain flour
175g/6oz ground almonds
Β½ tsp almond extract
85g/3oz caster sugar
150²µ/5Β½΄Η³ϊ caster sugar
150²µ/5Β½΄Η³ϊ ground almonds
115g/4oz icing sugar, plus extra for rolling
icing sugar, for dusting
pinch salt
150²µ/5Β½΄Η³ϊ chilled butter
1 large free-range egg
1 free-range egg
milk, for brushing