Spiced Cranberry Pear Chutney

This was my first crack at a sweet spicy combination for a chutney. The flavor was very well balanced with the combination of sweet and spicy. The sweetness from the cranberries and pears as well as the brown sugar. That combined with the apple cider vinegar and jalapeno really sends your taste buds over the edge.

I added the recipe below… It is somewhat of a simple recipe and is open for opens to try new flavours so feel free to comment on things you have tried in the past or if you attempt this recipe and try a different twist.

Spiced Cranberry-Pear Chutney

3 large ripe pears, cut into 1/2-inch pieces

1 small onion, chopped

1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1/4 cup cider vinegar

1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, finely chopped

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

Combine all ingredients in large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 30 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally. Serve warm or at room temperature. Makes about 3 cups.

Tip: Make sure to leave the lid off to ensure your chutney will thicken up to your desired consistency. If you find it too spipcey after you taste it and before you serve it to your guests you can balance the heat with a little more brown sugar. Hope you Enjoy.

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