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Beetroot chutney

<p>Beetroot chutney is so versatile and very simple to make. You can use it in sandwiches and on cheese platters, but it also makes a delicious addition to casseroles and stews, giving an instant flavour boost.</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Serves:</span></strong> 5-6 medium jars</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ingredients:</span></strong></p> <ul> <li>1kg beetroot, peeled, trimmed</li> <li>2 tablespoons pickling spice</li> <li>1 teaspoon cumin seeds</li> <li>3 large green apples, peeled, cored, coarsely chopped</li> <li>1 large brown onion, coarsely chopped</li> <li>4 cloves garlic, crushed</li> <li>1 cup sultanas</li> <li>½ cup crystallised ginger, finely chopped</li> <li>1 cup brown sugar</li> <li>3 cups malt vinegar</li> <li>1 teaspoon coarse salt</li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Methods: </span></strong></p> <ol> <li>Grate the beetroot on the coarse side of a box grater or pulse in a food processor until very finely chopped. I like to do a combination of both as it gives a nice varied texture.</li> <li>Tie the spices up in a muslin bag and combine with the beetroot and all the other ingredients in a large saucepan. Set the saucepan over high heat and stir, without boiling, until the sugar has dissolved. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about an hour, or until the chutney has thickened and softened to your liking. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.</li> <li>Remove the muslin spice bag and spoon the hot chutney into hot, sterilised jars. Seal immediately.</li> <li>Allow to cool before labelling and dating the jars. Store in a cool, dark place for at least 4 weeks before opening and, once opened, store in the fridge.</li> <li>I used home-grown beetroot of a variegated variety so, when combined with brown sugar and malt vinegar, my chutney turned out more of a brown than a red colour. If you want vivid beetroot chutney, make sure your beetroot is bright in colour all the way through. You could also swap the brown sugar for white and the malt vinegar for white but you will miss out on the depth of flavour that the dark sugar and vinegar bring.</li> </ol> <p>Do you have an interesting beetroot recipe to share with us? Let us know in the comments below.</p> <p><em>Written by Alice Arundell. First appeared on <a href="http://www.stuff.co.nz/" target="_blank"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Stuff.co.nz.</span></strong></a></em></p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><a href="/lifestyle/food-wine/2016/01/mango-chutney/"><strong><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Mango chutney</span></em></strong></a></p> <p><a href="/lifestyle/beauty-style/2016/05/ways-to-use-beetroot-in-your-beauty-routine/"><strong><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;">5 ways to use beetroot in your beauty routine</span></em></strong></a></p> <p><a href="/%20http:/www.oversixty.com.au/lifestyle/food-wine/2016/04/roast-beetroot-dip/"><em><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Roast beetroot dip</span></strong></em></a></p>

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Mango chutney

<p>This mango chutney makes a delicious accompaniment to a range of dishes, such as burgers, grilled meats, curries and sandwiches.</p> <p>Note: There are different types of molasses, produced at different stages of the refining process. The first refinement produces a mild-flavoured product that is labelled “mild-flavoured,” “light” or “fancy.” For this recipe, we recommend using molasses from the first refinement for the best flavour.  If you prefer a stronger flavour, “dark,” “full-flavored” or “cooking” molasses may be used. Avoid using blackstrap or any sugar-reduced product.</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Makes</span>:</strong> About 220 grams</p> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ingredients</span>:</strong></p> <ul> <li>1kg mangoes, chopped, pitted and peeled</li> <li>250g onions, coarsely chopped</li> <li>250g dark brown sugar, lightly packed</li> <li>250ml cider vinegar</li> <li>190g golden raisins</li> <li>125g limes, peeled, seeded, chopped</li> <li>125g orange, peeled, seeded, chopped</li> <li>60g lemon, peeled, seeded, chopped</li> <li>3 garlic cloves, finely chopped</li> <li>125g gingerroot, finely chopped</li> <li>125g molasses, mildly flavoured or fancy</li> <li>40g coriander, finely chopped</li> <li>20g mustard seeds</li> <li>5g hot pepper flakes</li> <li>5g ground cinnamon</li> <li>1g ground cloves</li> <li>1g ground allspice</li> <li>250ml preserving jars, lids and bands</li> </ul> <p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Method</span>:</strong></p> <p>To prepare mangoes:</p> <p>1. Make four lengthwise cuts to the pit. Cut away quarters, leaving about six millimetres of fibrous flesh around pit.</p> <p>2. Cut remaining fruit from peel and chop. Repeat with remaining mangoes.</p> <p>To make chutney: </p> <p>1. Prepare waterbath preserving pot. Wash jars, lids and bands in hot soapy water. Heat jars in simmering water until ready to use. Do not boil. Set lids and bands aside.</p> <p>2. Combine mangoes, onions, brown sugar, vinegar, raisings, limes, orange, lemon, garlic, gingerroot and molasses in a large stainless steel saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and boil gently, stirring frequently, for 20 minutes.</p> <p>3. Add coriander, mustard seeds, hot pepper flakes, cinnamon, cloves and allspice. Boil gently, stirring frequently, until thick enough to mound on a spoon, about 10 minutes.</p> <p>4. Ladle hot chutney into hot jars, leaving 1 cm headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot chutney. Wipe rim. Centre lid on jar. Screw band down until resistance is met, then increase to fingertip-tight.</p> <p>5. Place jars in canner, ensuring they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil and process for 10 minutes. Remove canner lid. Wait 5 minutes, then remove jars, cool and store.</p> <p>Recipe courtesy of Jarden Home Brands, the makers of Ball preserving products. Visit their website <span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="http://www.jardenhomebrands.com/" target="_blank">here</a>.</strong></span> </p> <p><strong>Related links:</strong></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="/lifestyle/food-wine/2015/12/guacamole/">Guacamole</a></strong></span></em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="/lifestyle/food-wine/2015/08/banana-fritters/">Banana fritters</a></strong></span></em></p> <p><em><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong><a href="/lifestyle/food-wine/2015/08/smoked-salmon-pate/">Smoked salmon, dill &amp; lemon paté</a></strong></span></em></p>

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