Damson Chutney

Step 1

Place all the ingredients in a large heavy bottomed saucepan.

Step 2

Heat the contents slowly until boiling point is reached.

Step 3

Turn the heat down until a consistent slow simmering point is reached.

Step 4

Cook for at least 2 hours but no more than Check on it every 30 minutes and stir occasionally.

Step 5

Towards the end of cooking time stir the chutney more to ensure that nothing sticks and burns at the bottom. It will thicken when it cools.

Step 6

Pour into sterilised containers and seal with airtight lids. Enjoy as part of a cheeseboard!