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Post by braided-rug on Aug 19, 2007 19:16:00 GMT 10
Damson PickleHow to make damson pickle: A way to preserve the whole damsons. Delicious eaten with cold meats and cheese - remember to be careful of the stones still in the fruit! Ingredients 4lb damsons 2lb sugar 4 tablespoons vinegar 8 cloves 1/4 oz cinnamon (see measure conversions for more information) Method - Put the sugar and vinegar in an oven proof container. - Stand it in a moderate oven and leave until the sugar has dissolved. - Wipe the damsons with a cloth and prick them well with a small pronged fork. - Add the syrup to the damsons. - Add the spices tied in a muslin bag. - Boil gently for 15 minutes. - Remove the spices, squeezing as much juice as possible from the bag with a wooden spoon against the side of the container. - Pack the damsons tightly in jars and cover with the liquor. - Cover and seal when cold. From: www.greenchronicle.com/recipes/damson_pickle.htm
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