Preparation:
Mix the fruit and vegetables together. Put into an preserving pan (Note:
these books call for an aluminum pan - I just don't use aluminum with acid
food ) Add the remaining ingredients, except the sugar. Simmer for about
30 minutes until tender. Add the sugar and stir until dissolved. Simmer
gently, stirring frequently, until thick. (Note: how long this takes
depends on the water content of the fruits). Cool, then pack the chutney
into clean jars. Cover and seal. PS: I always refrigerate after opening
the jar. "Gathering the produce of the season as the days shorten, as the
sun travels lower in the sky and the earth quietens, is a deeply satisfying
pastime. Making the most of the produce is a pleasure, too, and this
chutney brings several of the fruits of the season together in a
mouthwatering wa |
