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                              Autumn Chutney

Recipe By     : Country Harvest (a Celebration of Autumn)
Serving Size  : 1    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Condiments & Dips                Fruits

  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      large         garlic cloves  -- chopped
   3      cups          sultanas  -- (raisins)
     1/4  tsp.          mace
     1/4  tsp.          ground mixed spice
   2      Tbsp.         ground ginger
   1      lb.           light brown sugar

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 way.

                   

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