Cranberries and Chutney-- the Sauce That Keeps on Giving
What would the holidays be without cranberries—that ruby-red sweet-tart delight and turkey accompaniment? Cranberries are low in carbohydrates and rich in nutrients like Vitamins A, C and K. They also contain antioxidants, which are immune-boosting components that can help keep the body’s cells healthy. Traditional sauces are run-of-the-mill, but chutney can be a tantalizing new option. Chutney originated in India and is a cooked sauce with a unique flavor profile of sweet, savory, and spicy, with a touch of bitterness. Make plenty and spread it on a post-holiday grilled turkey and Swiss sandwich. Yum. Get the recipe here: Cranberry-Apple Chutney
Cranberry-Apple Chutney (Serves 16). This brightly colored, robust condiment is sweet, savory, spicy and bitter. Spoon it on a sandwich made with holiday leftovers.
All you need:
1 Tbsp. canola oil
¼ c. chopped white onion
2 tsp. grated fresh ginger
2 clove(s) garlic, minced
¼ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. crushed red pepper
3 c. fresh or frozen cranberries
1 tart baking apple, peeled and finely chopped, such as Granny Smith
1 sweet-eating apple, peeled and finely chopped, such as Jazz
6 Tbsp. packed brown sugar (or sugar substitute)
3 Tbsp. apple cider vinegar
All you do:
1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion, ginger, garlic, salt, and red pepper. Cook and stir for two minutes, or until the onion has softened.
2. Stir in cranberries, apples, brown sugar (or substitute) and vinegar. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes or until cranberries pop and chutney thickens. Cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for up to three days.
Nutrition facts per serving: 50 calories, 1 g total fat, 0 g saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 40 mg sodium, 11 g total carbohydrates, 1 g dietary fiber, 8 g total sugars, 0 g protein
Daily Values: Vitamin C: 6%, Iron: 0%, Calcium: 0%,
Recipe source: Cranberry-Apple Chutney
Ruthie Chipps, MS, RDN, Hy-Vee Dietitian. Host of NBC-TV “Harvest of the Month” CLICK TO VIEW ON NBC-TV
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Ruthie Chipps, MS, RDN, CD, LD is a Registered Dietitian with Hy-Vee, Inc. She hosts “Harvest of the Month” on WEAU-TV (NBC) and is a regular guest on WKBT (CBS)’s “Foodie Friday.” Ruthie is a contributor to JacksonInAction blog.
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