Apricot Date Chutney

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup dried apricot, halved
• 1 cup chopped pitted dates (about 1 lb)
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon minced peeled fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon coriander
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. 1

   1. Place apricots in a medium bowl. Cover with boiling water, and let stand 1 hour. Drain.

2. 2

   2. Combine apricots, dates, and next 7 ingredients in a medium heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer 25 min or until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in cilantro.

3. 3

   3. Pack chutney in clean jars. Cover and cool chutney completely; chill. Yield: 2 1/4 cups (serving size: 1/4 cup).

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   Note: You can store chutney in refrigerator for up to 6 weeks.