Nan's Christmas Cranberry Chutney - Faith, Family and Fun

From the archive, December 13, 2012.

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This is a simple recipe, yet the resulting chutney is so full of flavor and colorful!

Enjoy!

Nan’s Christmas Cranberry Chutney

2 cups fresh cranberries
2 cups sugar
3 Tbsp. water
1 apple, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped (I slice very fine in the food processor)
1 Tbsp. orange rind
1 cup orange juice
1 cup raisins (use golden)
1/2 tsp. ground ginger (or more to taste—I usually add a little extra)
1/4 tsp. ground cloves

Cook cranberries, sugar and water for 5 minutes over medium heat. Then add all ingredients. I think I throw in a little vanilla, too. Continue cooking at a gentle simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring often. Let cool. As this cools, it will thicken. You will get about 3 cups of chutney.

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This goes very well with almost any Christmas Dinner. When cooled, pour into jelly jars and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or proceed with canning if desired. Share with friends and family!