Autumn Chutney
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Chutney
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 4 - 6
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1       lb           Plums -- halved and stoned
   1       lb           Apples -- peeled and cored
   1       lb           Tomatoes -- chopped
   1       lb           Onions -- sliced
   2       cloves       Garlic -- chopped
   3       c            Sultanas -- (raisins)
     1/4   ts           Mace
     1/4   ts           Ground mixed spice
   2       tb           Ground ginger
   1       lb           Light brown sugar
 

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