Cathe's cranberry catsup

2 Pints

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4cupsCranberries, fresh (1 pound)
2cupsOnion, finely chopped
2cupsWater
4cupsSugar
2cupsVinegar, white
1teaspoonPepper
1tablespoonSalt
1tablespoonCinnamon, ground
1tablespoonAllspice, ground
1tablespoonCelery seeds
2teaspoonsCloves, ground

Directions

In 3-quart Dutch oven, combine cranberries, onion and water; bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 10 minutes (or until berries are easily mashed).

Puree mixture or push through a sieve. In Dutch oven, combine puree, sugar, vinegar and spices; bring to a boil. Boil gently, uncovered, for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the mixture is the consistency of catsup. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking (mixture will thicken).

Remove from heat; skim off foam. Ladle into hot canning jars, leaving ½ inch, and put lids on jars. Put in boiling water for 5 minutes.