Well, it’s that time of year that I’m making my favourite caramelised red onion chutney, which makes a convenient and very cheap Christmas present as well as being delicious with cheese!

I’ve used this recipe from BBC Good Food website, but added a few twists to spice it up a bit…

You’ll need:

• 8 red onions
• 1 red chilli
• 2 bay leaves
• 25ml olive oil
• 200g dark brown sugar
• 150ml balsamic vinegar
• 150ml red wine vinegar

– I usually double this amount when I’m making it, as I like to make a large batch at once if it’s for gifts at Christmas time. Double the amount above usually makes about 8 standard  (small-medium sized) jam jars. Continue reading →