Apple Chutney from the Duck Soup Inn

Ingredients

• 3 cups granny smith apples, peeled and chopped (about 4 medium)
• 1 cup onion, chopped
• 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
• 1 cup water
• 3/4 cup cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup red pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup dried currant
• 1 tablespoon fresh gingerroot, chopped
• 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dry crushed red pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1 pinch clove

Directions

1. 1

   Combine all ingredients in heavy large saucepan. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer until liquid is slightly syrupy, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour.

2. 2

   Season chutney to taste with salt and pepper. Cool to room temperature.

3. 3

   Can be prepared 1 week ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.