Blueberry Chutney Recipe to Can or Freeze (Honey Sweetened)
Blueberry chutney recipe with a little bit of spice, a little bit of sweet (only from the blueberries and honey), and a whole lot of flavor. Recipe yield is between 5-6 half pints.
Place blueberries into a large stock pot, either undefrosted frozen or fresh (if using fresh rinse and remove stems).
Add all the remaining ingredients to the pot and bring to a full boil over medium-high heat, stirring often. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer an hour, stirring regularly until the chutney has thickened to the desired consistency.
Use a hand-held immersion blender, if needed, to create a chunky-smooth sauce.
To Freeze:
Let chutney cool and transfer to freezer safe containers leaving 1 inch headspace for expansion. Label and freeze up to a year.
To Can:
Ladle the hot chutney into hot half-pint or pint sized canning jars, leaving a 1/2-inch headspace. Wipe the jar rim clean with a damp cloth before placing lids and rings on jars. Tighten just to fingertip tight.
Process jars in a water bath canner for 15 minutes, starting timer after canner comes to a boil. When timer goes off, turn burner off, remove lid, and let jars sit in the canner for 5 minutes before transferring to a towel-lined surface to cool.
Leave to sit 12 hours or overnight before removing rings and testing the lids to make sure they have all sealed properly. Store on a cool, dark shelf for up to 18 months.
Notes
*Orange Variation: 2 tablespoons juice + 1 tablespoon zest.Serving Suggestions:
Along side turkey, chicken, or pork.
Spooned over roasted vegetables, or tossed with steamed veggies.
Topping cream cheese, goat cheese, or brie to serve with crackers or bread.
Add a small bowl to a cheese/charcuterie platter.
As a spread for turkey or chicken sandwiches.
As a spread for cheese panini or grilled sandwiches.