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  • Опубліковано 1 сер 2024
  • Hello! I strive to live a slower and more traditional lifestyle while finding God's beauty in the ordinary.
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    🕯Instagram: hand.and.harvest
    ⭐Outfit is from littlewomenatelier on etsy
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    Dried Oranges
    Preheat oven to 200F
    1. Cut oranges into thin slices
    2. Pat off excess moisture with paper towel
    3. Place on lined baking tray
    4. Dry in oven about 2-3 hours ( This really depends on how thin the slices are. The ones in the video took about 3 and a half hours because they were quite thick, but in the past they have only taken an hour and a half.)
    Minced Meat mixture
    Ingredients
    2 large sweet apples, peeled, cored and diced
    4 tablespoon of candied peel or the zest of 1 large orange
    1 c raisins
    ½ c golden raisins
    ½ c dried apricots, chopped
    1/3 c dark brown sugar
    ¼ c lemon juice
    ½ tsp cinnamon
    ½ tsp nutmeg
    ½ tsp allspice
    ½ c brandy (bottom shelf is fine)
    Instructions
    1.In a medium saucepan, mix diced apples, candied peel or orange zest, and remaining ingredients except the brandy. Stir and simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally for 30 minutes.
    2.Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the brandy.*
    3.Place the mixture in an air-tight container and store in the refrigerator for at least 2 weeks before using, to let the flavors meld.
    This will keep in the fridge 2-3 months
    Minced Pies
    Ingredients
    350 g all-purpose flour 12.5 oz/ scant 3 cups
    2 tablespoon granulated sugar
    1 teaspoon fine sea salt
    280 g unsalted butter 10 oz/ 2 ½ sticks
    4-5 tablespoon cold water
    Egg yolk and water for egg wash
    Instructions
    1.Add flour, sugar and salt to a medium bowl
    2. Rub in butter with fingers until it resembles course breadcrumbs
    3. Add water a bit at a time until it comes together (i ended up using 4 tablespoons)
    4. Split in half and wrap in plastic wrap and set in fridge for 1 and a half hours
    5.Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius/ 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease the molds of two muffin trays.
    6.Roll and cut dough: Remove half of the dough from the fridge and let the rest in the refrigerator until needed. Roll out the dough to about 3mm/ 0.10 inches thick. Cut 24 circles of the dough using a large cutter of about 6 cm/2.5 inches diameter. Press the circles into the molds of the muffin tray.
    7.Fill: Place 1 teaspoon filling into each cup and spread evenly.
    8.Closed pies: Roll the remaining dough and cut 24 smaller circles with a smaller cutter of about 5 cm/2 inches. Dab some water around the edges of the pastry in the tray and place the smaller circles on top of each tart. Crimp and seal the edges with a fork. Cut a slit or two on top of each pie to allow the steam to escape.
    9. You can also cut out stars to place on top
    10.Egg wash: Mix the egg yolk and the milk and brush the pastry with the mixture.
    11.Bake the pies in the hot oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown. Leave to cool in the tray for about 5-10 minutes before transferring them onto a wire rack.
    Time Stamps
    0:00 Dried Orange Garland
    0:50 Minced Pie Mixture
    2:35 Pastry
    #slowliving #simpleliving #slowlivingchristmas

КОМЕНТАРІ • 83

  • @HandHarvest
    @HandHarvest  2 роки тому +38

    I hope you all have a wonderful Christmas! 🕯🙏🏻

    • @nadinepotgieter9594
      @nadinepotgieter9594 2 роки тому +1

      Oh you too!A wonderful blessed Christmas I wish you from South Africa..May you experience His presence..

    • @creadoradeilusiones
      @creadoradeilusiones 2 роки тому +1

      Gracias 😃 feliz Navidad 🌲💕

    • @creadoradeilusiones
      @creadoradeilusiones 2 роки тому

      Podría dejar los ingredientes de estas recetas en Español, por favor, gracias 💗

    • @garymartin5898
      @garymartin5898 2 роки тому +1

      And you as well❤️🎄🙏Becca M

    • @Barbara-rl7ed
      @Barbara-rl7ed 2 роки тому +1

      And you as well. Thank you for your videos; they are relaxing and a good reminder to keep it simple and enjoy what’s most important, the birth of our Savior.

  • @Strix07024
    @Strix07024 2 роки тому

    Oh my mercy, Christina, I cannot tell you how thrilled I am to have found your channel!
    My husband and I are also Christ followers and have chosen a very traditional, rural way of life in which to live and raise our little girl, much as you have. We have turned away from the busy-ness of the modern world, preferring a slower, simpler pace of life. We keep bees and grow huge gardens filled with fruits, veggies, herbs and cutting flowers. Wildflower fields also grace our acreage.
    I am a full time homemaker and stay-at-home mama. My days are filled with running after our little one, cooking, baking, keeping up our home and gardens and preserving much of what we grow. It’s purposeful and fulfills the call of my heart. I dress in feminine yet practical long skirts or modest dresses year-round and often cover my hair. It’s refreshing and encouraging to see that although we are rarities in our society, that there are other women who embrace this beautifully traditional path. God bless you so much! 💗
    We too have the same Christmas tradition of drying orange slices for ornaments and making pomander orange balls studded with whole cloves. I make homemade gifts of mason jars filled with stovetop simmering spices; dried cranberries and orange peels, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves and star anise. 🍊

  • @lee-annebarrett366
    @lee-annebarrett366 2 роки тому +5

    I enjoyed watching. It reminded me my Granny. She made all her cakes by hand, she never had the modern equipment in the kitchen, only an oven.
    She was a home economics teacher for years, teaching young ladies how to run a house.

  • @eugenefried5609
    @eugenefried5609 2 роки тому +3

    those pies are adorable !!!!

  • @mr2001
    @mr2001 2 роки тому +23

    "And she gave birth to a son, a male child, who is to rule all the nations with a rod of iron; and her child was caught up to God and to His throne." - Revelation 12:5✨🎄Thank you for sharing those lovely traditional Christmas experiences with us.🤍✨ Such a peaceful, silent vlog. May you have a wonderful Christmas. Much love.🤍😊

  • @sarabrunsvold2461
    @sarabrunsvold2461 2 роки тому

    Yes!! My blood pressure has lowered watching this video!! Have a peaceful Christmas.God bless.

  • @jenniferwishuknew14
    @jenniferwishuknew14 2 роки тому +20

    I absolutely loved this video. Thank you for keeping me grounded and remembering exactly what CHRISTmas is about. These videos are warm and cozy and make me want to get rid of all that clutters my life and go “Simple” they really do have a positive impact.

    • @HandHarvest
      @HandHarvest  2 роки тому +4

      Im so glad to hear that my videos can impact you in that way.. Thats what they are all about so im very happy that you can find value in them! Thank you!💕

    • @jenniferwishuknew14
      @jenniferwishuknew14 2 роки тому +1

      @@HandHarvest Merry Christmas to you and yours❤️

  • @sarahjane1965
    @sarahjane1965 2 роки тому

    I'm obsessed with your channel...love you are bring us back with these crafts and recipes. Can't wait to start making all your yummy recipes, I love to bake so I'm really excited! God richly bless you today, tomorrow and always!!

  • @EmmeChatterton
    @EmmeChatterton 2 роки тому +1

    I've never been a fan of mince pies' taste, but I love the idea of them... maybe I will make mini apple pies instead of mincemeat so I can enjoy the tradition along with all my British friends!

  • @grannyp.w.4343
    @grannyp.w.4343 2 роки тому

    Thankyou for such a peaceful, Christmas visit❤️🎄❄️🙏

  • @tammyevans7333
    @tammyevans7333 2 роки тому +5

    So lov ely and peaceful, Merry Christmas🎄

  • @dianeb7420
    @dianeb7420 2 роки тому +1

    Have a blessed Christmas! 🙏🎄

  • @southwife
    @southwife 2 роки тому

    Thank you and AMEN. Blessed Christmas to you and yours.

  • @SarahsOctoberHome
    @SarahsOctoberHome 2 роки тому +3

    Merry Christmas. 🎄✨ “For He alone is worthy.”
    🥰

  • @danettemoran3120
    @danettemoran3120 2 роки тому +4

    Beautiful sweetie..it's thee little things that matter..may thee Lord keep you safe and warm.. merry merry Christmas..🎄🕯️🙏😇.I've so enjoy your videos..

  • @leticiamilo4387
    @leticiamilo4387 2 роки тому

    Truly so nice!
    Love your video
    Thanks for sharing!♥️😘🎁🎄

  • @literaryladyccf
    @literaryladyccf 2 роки тому +3

    Maybe it's just me, but this channel is like therapy! I'm struggling with several mountains that need thrown in the sea. It's been months. Your videos are definitely part of my routine now. My daughter loves them, too. She's 8. Thank you so much! The Lord's blessings on you and your family! ❤️

  • @lourdesdover1338
    @lourdesdover1338 2 роки тому

    I just found your channel. Love these kinds of channels. So relaxing. Thank you for sharing.

  • @d.d.mac.3773
    @d.d.mac.3773 2 роки тому +7

    I have never seen anyone make their own mincemeat tarts from scratch. That was so enjoyable. Well done and thank you for posting. I bet they're delicious. Merry Christmas to you and yours.

  • @shereemcmahon2285
    @shereemcmahon2285 2 роки тому +9

    Love your videos so much. They are so calming and comforting. Thank you for sharing with us. Merry Christmas

    • @HandHarvest
      @HandHarvest  2 роки тому

      Thank you so much! Im so happy you think so 💕🙏🏻

  • @Lisa-cj6vx
    @Lisa-cj6vx 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful!!

  • @cherylpresleigh6403
    @cherylpresleigh6403 2 роки тому +1

    Merry Christmas Christina!

  • @lorisiedl8733
    @lorisiedl8733 2 роки тому +5

    I just discovered you last night and I've been enjoying some of your old videos and now this new one have a Merry Christmas

  • @fernandaoliveira2895
    @fernandaoliveira2895 6 місяців тому

    God bless you. 💒🙏

  • @cozykinoko14
    @cozykinoko14 2 роки тому +5

    INSPIRING AND AMAZING AS ALWAYS *_* have a wonderful festive season

  • @shirleyhawkins1307
    @shirleyhawkins1307 2 роки тому

    So enjoyed the video. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!❤🌲

  • @surrethauebel1682
    @surrethauebel1682 2 роки тому

    Deo gratias. Have a Blessed Christmas and a Holy New Year.

  • @KatherineBartlettWhiskey
    @KatherineBartlettWhiskey 2 роки тому

    We made our first orange garland and mince meat pies this year too!

  • @juliemoore6957
    @juliemoore6957 Рік тому

    Beautiful mince tarts!

  • @sunyeinsan
    @sunyeinsan 2 роки тому +3

    (Not accidentally )I found this channel today after long busy day to listen something.
    It reminds me to slow down and meditate the meaning of Christmas.
    Thank you Lord for loving me.
    God bless Christine😍

  • @judymcintire8061
    @judymcintire8061 2 роки тому +2

    Love how the little pies came out! Beautiful! Definitely going to string some oranges after I put together my Simmering potpourri for friends & family. I'll have oranges left over. "Merry Christmas!"🌟

  • @dianadealencar8564
    @dianadealencar8564 2 роки тому

    I love your videos!!! The best channel for me! About JESUS, a meaningful life, creativity, beauty through Nature (GOD’s Creation), learning new things!.. Thank you SO much for your channel! JESUS bless you abundantly!
    🎄Merry 🌟Christmas🎄

  • @brandybeans7653
    @brandybeans7653 2 роки тому

    I love this. Everything about it!

  • @emilylong9096
    @emilylong9096 2 роки тому +1

    Found your page through Instagram 😊 so peaceful! Subscribed 2 minutes in 😍

  • @944gemma
    @944gemma 2 роки тому +2

    Have a wonderful Christmas. Never forget the reason for Christmas. Thank you for all your wonderful videos.

  • @WillowNook
    @WillowNook 2 роки тому

    I love your videos.They feel like home

  • @suzanneandersen7319
    @suzanneandersen7319 2 роки тому

    A very lovely video, Merry Christmas!

  • @bethwillard7795
    @bethwillard7795 2 роки тому

    Merry Christmas to you and your family Blessings always ☝🏼🙏🙏🙏🙏☝🏼💯❤️👏👏👏👏👏💕☃️🎄🥰✋🤩

  • @susehendricks6217
    @susehendricks6217 2 роки тому +1

    I am so glad I found you. Merry Christmas and Joy to the world!

  • @garymartin5898
    @garymartin5898 2 роки тому +2

    I love this..my Grandma Ethel made mince pies and fruitcake..I guess that’s why I still love to eat them❤️❤️Rebecca Martin..I miss her.

  • @joniletlow
    @joniletlow 2 роки тому

    so sweet, thank you

  • @lisaann1626
    @lisaann1626 2 роки тому +1

    Lovely! Thank you so much! Merry Christmas!

  • @dianeknott3655
    @dianeknott3655 2 роки тому +1

    This was lovely. Such a beautiful way to begin my Monday morning. Merry Christmas. I so enjoy your videos.

  • @MomCN
    @MomCN 2 роки тому +1

    Beautiful and they look delicious! Christmas Blessings to you! ✝️🎄🧡

  • @rebeccaharp3254
    @rebeccaharp3254 Рік тому

    I did a natural Christmas Tree this year, at 68, for the first time. I don't know how to send you a photo. Everything is edible except the lights.

  • @johnnymayo8534
    @johnnymayo8534 2 роки тому +1

    Merry Christmas! Tk u for ur wonderful gift of sharing ur life and faith w/ the world!

  • @LesaLesa123
    @LesaLesa123 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for these lovely sniper of your shared time. They fill my heart.🙏🏻💫

  • @SuzannesSimpleLiving
    @SuzannesSimpleLiving 2 роки тому +1

    Your mince pies look delicious and thank you for reminding us of the meaning of Christmas 😊🙏🇬🇧

  • @lsnider59
    @lsnider59 2 роки тому

    I haven't made mince meat pies in years, remember them as a child

  • @mariajoseasensio3578
    @mariajoseasensio3578 2 роки тому

    Que tranquila quietud nos ofrecen tus videos, los adoro. Gracias. “ Esta noche nace el NIÑO en un humilde pesebre “, nuestro SALVADOR

  • @Dulceknits
    @Dulceknits 2 роки тому

    I have never tasted a minced meat pie. I am certain I would love them💌. I noticed your dried orange peel is in small pieces. Do you have a tutorial showing how to make it? Peace and Joy. Something I read today that was a blessing….”You cannot experience the peace of God until you are at peace with God.” Merry Christmas 🎄

  • @homesweetjoys9359
    @homesweetjoys9359 2 роки тому

    I've just stumbled across your videos and what a joy they are! Thank you for creating such beautiful things for us to watch and also encouraging us with the Word of God. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas. God bless you. X

  • @HeritageWaysKatie
    @HeritageWaysKatie 2 роки тому

    Merry Christmas❤️🎄❤️katie

  • @karenlyle322
    @karenlyle322 2 роки тому

    Merry Christmas 🎄🎄🎄

  • @nadine856
    @nadine856 2 роки тому +1

    Merry Christmas to you and people you love. Stay safe. 🍃🎄🍃

  • @susefink6099
    @susefink6099 2 роки тому +1

    What a lovely and cosy video❤
    Have a blessed christmas and a wonderful new year🎄🕯☃️❄

  • @fadisaadi6945
    @fadisaadi6945 2 роки тому

    God bless you

  • @franmaclennan5992
    @franmaclennan5992 2 роки тому

    Lovely

  • @dianaslay2
    @dianaslay2 2 роки тому

    Wow

  • @akvarel111
    @akvarel111 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks!

  • @yorikobee
    @yorikobee 2 роки тому

    So peaceful. I almost dozed off 😌 Merry Christmas to you!

  • @p.j.5539
    @p.j.5539 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely gorgeous

  • @shereemcmahon2285
    @shereemcmahon2285 Рік тому

    Missing you and your videos so much!! 😢

  • @hollyprchlik173
    @hollyprchlik173 2 роки тому

    Love,love,love your videos! Have a blessed Christmas!

  • @ritaking8827
    @ritaking8827 2 роки тому +5

    This video is beautiful. I’ve been looking for a mincemeat pie recipe! Thank you! I love your blouse and apron, did you use a pattern or is this something you purchased? I also like that you slice your oranges thicker, I’ve found when they are two thin they turn very brown. I just love everything about this video. Most important was the message of our Christ’s birth, God bless you and Merry Christmas! And again thank you, you have given me a gift of happy contentment 🌟❤️🎁🎄

    • @HandHarvest
      @HandHarvest  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! The dress and apron are both from littlewomenatelier on etsy :) youre right, Jesus is the most important thing in this season (and every other day of the year!) Im so happy you enjoyed it! 💕

  • @ExLibris-Alys
    @ExLibris-Alys 2 роки тому

    Wonderful, well done 👏🏻 Enjoy your Christmas 💛

  • @mydailystitches
    @mydailystitches 2 роки тому

    Yumm. Thank you for the recipe. Do you make your dresses? I love them and wish I could find modest and pretty dresses.

  • @khadraahmed7281
    @khadraahmed7281 2 роки тому

    New subscribers 💙💙💙

  • @bridgetmcgrath3964
    @bridgetmcgrath3964 2 роки тому

    Fab

  • @elizabethhutson9767
    @elizabethhutson9767 2 роки тому

    Do you make your own candied orange peel? If so, can you share your recipe?

  • @victoriaramirez5640
    @victoriaramirez5640 2 роки тому

    😋😋😋😋🤩🥰

  • @kerstenelizabeth9093
    @kerstenelizabeth9093 2 роки тому

    Is there any substitute for the brandy?