Jewelled Mincemeat
Get ready to dive into a delightful homemade festive apple and cranberry chutney that bursts with flavors of citrus zests, warm spices, and a touch of boozy richness. This chutney perfectly marries the tartness of cranberries and apples with the sweetness of raisins and dried apricots, while a medley of nuts and tropical fruits add a satisfying crunch and depth of flavor. Enjoy this versatile chutney as a delicious accompaniment to your cheese platter, roast meats, or simply spread over a slice of crusty bread for a delightful treat any time of the day.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1kg cooking apples
- 1 tsp ground mixed spice
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 350g light muscovado sugar
- grated zest and juice of 3 oranges
- grated zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 350g cranberries , fresh or frozen
- 100g raisins
- 300ml brandy , rum or sherry
- 100g dried apricots , chopped
- 175g mixed nuts (such as brazils, pecans, almonds and hazelnuts), toasted and chopped
- 250g dried tropical fruits (such as pineapple, papaya, etc), chopped
Instructions
- Peel, core and chop the apples, then put them in a large pan with the spices, sugar, citrus zests and juices. Bring to the boil then cover and simmer for about 10 mins until the apples start to soften. Add the cranberries, raisins and alcohol. Bringto the boil, stirring well, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20-30 mins, uncovered, until thickened. Stir in the apricots, nuts and tropical fruits. Remove from the heat, leave to cool, then pack into sterilised jars. Seal, label and keep for up to one month in the fridge, or six months in the freezer.
Yield
Makes 1.8kg/4lb
Nutrition
- Calories: 64 calories
- Fat Content: 1 grams fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 10 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 5 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 1 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 1 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.03 milligram of sodium
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