Tomato Tomatillo Chutney - 'Tom Tom'

Ingredients

• 5 cups chopped green tomatoes
• 4 cups fresh tomatillos , husked, rinsed, and chopped
• 1.5 cups golden raisins
• 1.5 cups chopped onion
• 2.25 cups packed brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1.75 cups apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 tablespoons pickling spice
• 1.5 teaspoons chili powder
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger
• 1 tablespoon brown mustard seed
• 5 cannings jars with lids and rings , 1 pint

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the green tomatoes, tomatillos, raisins, onion, brown sugar, salt, apple cider vinegar, pickling spice, chili powder, crystallized ginger, and brown mustard seed into a large pot over medium heat. Bring to a boil, and stir until the brown sugar has dissolved. Reduce heat, and simmer the chutney until thickened, 1 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally to keep chutney from burning on the bottom.

2. 2

   Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack the chutney into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids, and screw on rings.

3. 3

   Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. Leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 to 20 minutes, or the time recommended by your county Extension office.

4. 4

   Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area. Any uncanned chutney can be refrigerated or frozen.