Ginger Maple Apple Nut Chutney - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 medium fuji apple, chopped
1/2 yellow onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
1 tablespoon bacon fat or 1 tablespoon oil
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
salt, to taste
1 dash ground cayenne pepper (optional)

Preparation

Heat fat or oil in cast iron skillet over med-low heat. Saute apple, onion, garlic, walnuts, and raisins for several minutes until onion becomes translucent. Add spices. Add syrup, a spoonful at a time, stirring frequently until hot and well-blended. Eat with a spoon or serve with meat or fish.