Cranberry Chutney

Description
cranberry Chutney

East meets West in this unique blend of cranberries with other fruits. Makes a nice change of pace from the traditional cranberry sauce at Thanksgiving. Great as a sandwich spread with cream cheese too :)

Ingredients

 * 1 	 cup   water
 * 1 	cup Sugar
 * 12 	ounces cranberries, fresh or frozen
 * 1/2 	cup vinegar
 * 1 	cup raisins
 * 1/2 	cup peeled diced Apples
 * 1/4 	teaspoon allspice
 * 1/4 	teaspoon ground ginger
 * 1/4 	teaspoon cinnamon
 * 1/8 	teaspoon ground cloves
 * 1/2 	cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

 * 1) Bring water and Sugar to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
 * 2) Add remaining ingredients; return to a boil.
 * 3) Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes or until Apples are tender.
 * 4) Pour into a glass mixing bowl (acid foods can react with metal bowls).
 * 5) Place a piece of plastic wrap directly on chutney.
 * 6) Cool to room temperature; then refrigerate overnight, covered with plastic wrap, so flavors blend.
 * 7) Serve at room temperature.
 * 8) Use as an accompaniment to meats such as Turkey or use as a Sandwhich spread with bagels plain or with a layer of cream cheese.