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Christmas is on its way, what better time to get organised and make your Christmas chutney! It lasts up to 3 months in the fridge and is also great for a homemade Christmas gift!

Christmassy Red Onion and Sultana Chutney

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings 6 125ml small jars

Ingredients
  

  • 1 kg red onions finely sliced
  • 2 cloves of garlic finely chopped
  • 70 g light muscovado sugar
  • 1/2 tbsp thyme leaves
  • 375 ml red wine
  • 175 ml balsamic vinegar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder
  • 4 cloves crushed
  • 70 g butter
  • 100 g sultanas
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • pepper seasoning

Instructions
 

  • Slice the onions and finely chop the garlic. Add the butter to a large saucepan on a medium heat.
  • Cook the garlic and onions until the onions are nice and glossy.
  • Add the sugar, thyme and salt and pepper. Give it a good stir and reduce the heat. Cook uncovered for 40 minutes and stir occasionally.
  • Pour in the wine, balsamic vinegar, sultanas and spices then simmer on a medium heat for 30 minutes. Don't let it boil but reduce the liquid until 2/3s have gone and the liquid has thickened. Remove the cinnamon stick.
  • Leave and cool and spoon into sterilised jars. The chutney keeps in the fridge for up to 3 months.
  • Serve with cheese of your choice or spoon on top of a camembert before baking. Enjoy!