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Gooseberry Chutney
125g caster sugar50g sultanas2 sprigs of thyme (leaves only)40g fresh root ginger, finely chopped½ shallot, finely chopped100ml cider vinegar300g gooseberriesSalt and pepperHeat the sugar gently in a heavy pan until it melts. Stir in the sultanas, thyme, ginger and shallot. Add the vinegar and gooseberries and simmer for about 20 minutes until the gooseberries have Continue reading
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Sweet Pickled Cucumber Slices
3 large cucumbers3 large onions2oz salt1 pint wine vinegar1lb soft brown sugar½ teaspoon turmeric¼ teaspoon ground cloves1 tablespoon mustard seedssterilised jarsMakes about 4 – 5lbs. Slice the cucumbers and onions very thinly and layer them in a colander, salting each layer. Put a weighted plate on top of them to press out the juices. Leave Continue reading
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Raspberry Vinegar
Delicious in salad dressings Continue reading