Apple Preserve

Apple Preserve is a traditional British recipe, based on Robert Kemp Philp's recipe of 1859, for a classic preserve of apples and ginger marinated in a jar and stewed in a pan before being stored in closed jars. The full recipe is presented here and I hope you enjoy this classic British version of: Apple Preserve.

prep time

20 minutes

cook time

60 minutes

Total Time:

80 minutes

Additional Time:

(+2 days infusing)

Makes:

2 jars

Rating:

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This is a classic recipe for a Victorian version of Apple Preserve that's derived from Robert Kemp Philp's 1859 volume, The Dictionary of Daily Wants. Below you will find both the recipe in its original form and a modern redaction. This recipe is for that forgotten Victorian dish, the 'Savoury' which typically came at the end of a meal.

Original Recipe

Peel and core two dozen apples, and place them in a jar with three pounds of powdered loaf sugar and a quarter of a pound of ground ginger distributed in layers. Let them remain two whole days and during half that time let a quarter of a pound of bruised ginger infuse in a pint of boiling water; strain and boil the liquor with the apples for about an hour, skim and take off the fire when quite clear.

Apples, 24; sugar 3lb.; ginger ground, 1/4lb.; ginger bruised; 1/4lb; water, pint.

Modern Redaction

Ingredients:

12 cooking apples, peeled and cored
675g sugar
56g powdered ginger
56g ginger, bruised
300ml water

Method:

Combine the apples, sugar and powdered ginger in a large, lidded, jar, arranging them in layers. Set aside in a cool place for two days.

After 1 day combine the bruised ginger and water in a pan, bring to a boil then pour into a jar and set aside to infuse for 24 hours. After this time strain the liquid from the ginger and combine in a large pot with the apples. Bring to a boil, cover and cook for 1 hour.

Remove the lid and skim the surface. Continue cooking until the liquid is completely clear. Pack into sterilized and warmed jars then store in a cool place until needed.

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