Tomato Chutney

Ingredients

• 4 lbs ripe tomatoes, stem ends removed and cores removed, peeled and chopped
• 3 lbs tart apples, peeled cored and diced
• 2 cups chopped onions
• 1 green pepper, seeded and chopped
• 2 cups raisins
• 3 cups packed brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon table salt
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 3 cups cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons whole mixed pickling spices, tied in double layer of cheesecloth

Directions

1. 1

   Put all ingredients in to large pot.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Boil, uncovered, for about 45 minutes or until fruit is tender.

3. 3

   Discard spice bag.

4. 4

   Fill hot sterilized pint jars to within 1/2 inch of top. Place sterlized metal lids on jars and screw metal bands on securely.

5. 5

   For added assurance against spoilage, you may choose to process for 5 minutes in a boiling water bath.