Spiced Apple-Apricot Chutney

Name: Spiced Apple-Apricot Chutney
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 5 cups.
Ingredients: 5 cups chopped peeled tart apples; 3 cups chopped fresh apricots; 1 cup chopped red onion; 1 cup golden raisins; 1 cup cider vinegar; 1/2 cup packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup apple cider or juice; 1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Your home will be infused with a fabulous aroma while you're making this nicely spiced fruit chutney. Serve it on the side as an accompaniment for your entree. I love to spread leftovers on turkey slices or on a hot roll.—Aysha Schurman, Ammon, Idaho

Ingredients

5 cups chopped peeled tart apples
3 cups chopped fresh apricots
1 cup chopped red onion
1 cup golden raisins
1 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup apple cider or juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
Uncover; simmer 35-45 minutes longer or until mixture reaches desired consistency, stirring occasionally. Transfer to a bowl; cool. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Cover and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 78 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 64mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 1g fiber), 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1/2 fruit.