Raisin peach chutney

5 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
7poundsFirm fresh peaches
1pintCider vinegar
2poundsDark brown sugar
½cupGrated onion
2Boxes (1 lb size) seedless raisins
5Apples, pared and diced
2tablespoonsWhite mustard seed
¼cupScraped ginger root or 3 tblspns ground ginger
tablespoonSalt
2tablespoonsPaprika
1tablespoonCumin powder
Grated rind and juice of 2 lemons

Directions

Peel and cut peaches (enough to make about 4 quarts) in slices about ¾ inch thick. Cover with vinegar and brown sugar. Set aside.

Combine all remaining ingredients and cook over a low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thoroughly blended. In a seperate saucepan, cook the peach mixture for several minutes or until peaches are tender but still hold their shape. Combine both mixtures and cook together for a few minutes. Pour into sterilized jars and seal securely. Makes about 5 quarts.