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Cherry Ketchup

:  March/April 2008

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If you think that ketchup is made only from tomatoes, think again! Tart fruit can be simmered into delicious lightly spiced ketchup that makes a fine condiment for just about any poultry or meat.


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"Fantastic taste and so easy to make!! Great on burgers!!! "
Cherry Ketchup Recipe

Makes: 1 1/3 cups

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Nutrition Profile

Diabetes appropriate | Low calorie | Low carbohydrate | Low cholesterol | Low saturated fat | Heart healthy | Healthy weight | Gluten free |

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Ingredients

  • 1 10-ounce package (2 cups) frozen pitted cherries, (not in syrup)
  • 1/2 cup dried cherries
  • 1/2 cup cider vinegar
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

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Preparation

  1. Combine pitted cherries, dried cherries, vinegar, water, garlic, sugar, ginger, allspice, cardamom, cinnamon and cayenne in a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the fruit is tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool slightly. Transfer to a blender. Cover the lid with a kitchen towel. Holding lid securely in place, blend until smooth. (Use caution when blending hot liquids.) Transfer the ketchup to a small bowl.

Tips & Notes

  • Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition

Per tablespoon: 23 calories; 0 g fat ( 0 g sat , 0 g mono ); 0 mg cholesterol; 5 g carbohydrates; 0 g protein; 0 g fiber; 0 mg sodium; 6 mg potassium.

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