Di-Anna Arias Prepares Holiday Dishes using Chutney Chops

Chutney is a unique meat that’s works with a vast array of sweet and savory flavors. It can be used on sandwiches, charcutier boards, or even alone as an appetizer.

Take a look at the dishes Di-Anna whipped up during her in-studio cooking demo!

APPLE AND PEAR CHUTNEY

Ingredients:

- 5 fresh pears finely chopped, bartlett or bosc works well

- 2 green apples finely chopped

- 1 onion chopped

- 1 bell pepper chopped

- 1 cup raisins thompson or golden

- 1 1/4 cup brown sugar

- 1 cup apple cider vinegar

- 2 tablespoons lemon juice

- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger root grated or minced

- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard seeds

- 2 teaspoons salt

- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves

Instructions:

1. In a large pot over medium heat, add all of the above ingredients. Mix well.

2. Once the mixture comes to simmer, cover the pot with a lid and reduce the heat to medium-low.

3. Let the chutney simmer for 1 hour, or until the ingredients have softened, reduced considerably and there is thick, smooth, gel-like consistency to the chutney overall.

CRANBERRY APPLE CHUTNEY

Ingredients:

- 4 cups chopped & peeled apples

- 1 cup chopped onion

- 4 teaspoons minced fresh ginger

- 1/2 teaspoon whole peppercorns

- 1 cup sugar

- 1/2 cup cider vinegar

- 1 cup fresh cranberries (can use frozen)

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients except cranberries in medium saucepan.

2. Bring to boil then reduce heat to a low boil and cook for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally.

3. Add cranberries and cook for another 10 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed.

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