Dried-Cherry Chutney

Ingredients

• 4 cups dried tart cherries
• 3 cups sugar
• 2 cups water
• 1 1/2 cups red wine vinegar
• 1 cup diced Vidalia or other sweet onion
• 1/2 cup raspberry vinegar
• 2 tablespoons minced peeled fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon minced jalapeño pepper
• 2 teaspoons ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon grated orange rind
• 3 whole cloves
• 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, and cook, uncovered, until thick (about 1 hour), stirring occasionally. Discard cloves and cinnamon. Serve warm or at room temperature.
2. Note: Leftover chutney can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 weeks.