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Nutrition: Per tbsp

  • kcal37
  • fat0g
  • saturates0g
  • carbs9g
  • sugars9g
  • fibre1g
  • protein0.2g
  • salt0.01g
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Method

  • step 1

    Put all the ingredients, except the orange zest and juice and the cranberries, into a heavy-based pan and bring to a simmer over a medium heat. Cook, stirring often, for 30 mins until the onions have softened, the sugar has melted, and the mixture looks thick and syrupy.

  • step 2

    Stir in the orange zest and juice and the cranberries, then simmer for 20 mins more until the mixture has thickened, the cranberries have popped and everything is sticky and jammy. Divide between four small sterilised jars (see tip, below) and leave to cool before labelling. Leave in a cool, dark place for two weeks before opening. Once opened, store in the fridge.

RECIPE TIPS

HOW TO STERILISE JARS

Wash the jars with hot, soapy water, and rinse well. Put the jars on a baking tray, upside-down, and bake at 140C/120C fan/gas 1 until completely dry. Pack the veg or chutney into the jars while they’re hot to prevent the glass cracking.

Recipe from Homemade Christmas, December 2020

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nicthecat

I used apple and Cranberries for this recipe to bulk it out. Even for my sweet tooth this recipe is sweet. I tried to balance it with more vinegar, but time will tell how it matures. I used half a medium orange, zest and juice and that was enough, plus a little more spice to compensate. The spices…

LeonieM89

How long does this last if I was to make it as a present please?

lb464

question

What if you want to eat this after only 3 days from making it.... Does it really need 2 weeks maturing?

Anna_Glover

Hi there, you can eat it just after making, that's fine. The flavour improves the longer you leave it so we've recommended leaving it to mature, but will still be excellent if you use it straight after making. Thanks, Anna - BBC Good Food Team.

kirstymack49

question

I would like to make this but am not sure how long I can leave it mature. Is it only 2 weeks?

Anna_Glover

You can leave it for longer if you like, it will great for months unopened in a dark, cool place. Thanks, Anna - BBC Good Food Team.

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