Fruit Chutney (Zwt - South Africa) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb brown sugar
1/2 lb dried pears
1/2 lb dried apricot
1/2 lb dates
1/2 lb dried apple ring
1/2 lb sultana
1 cup onion (chopped)
4 cups water
3 garlic cloves (crushed)
2 cups cider vinegar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (freshly grated)
1/2 teaspoon ginger (freshly ground)

Preparation

Chop all dried fruit except the sultanas.
Place fruit & water in a lrg mixing bowl, cover & leave overnight.
Do not drain the fruit. Add the remaining ingredients & place in a heavy bottomed saucepan.
Simmer over low heat (stirring constantly) till the sugar has dissolved.
Bring to a boil & then lower heat. Allow to simmer (uncovered) for approx 1 1/2 hrs or till thick, stirring occ.
Pour chutney mixture into sterilized jars while still hot. Fill to 1/2 in below the top. Cover w/an airtight plastic lid. Do not use a metal lid because the action of the spices & vinegar will cause corrosion.
Leave the chutney to mature in a cool, dark, dry place for 6-8 weeks before use.
NOTE: This fruit chutney may be used in curries, almost any dish that has rice as an accompaniment & also to tasty up pasta dishes.