Ingredients
Walnuts
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) Walnuts
Fruits
- 3 cups (340 grams) Rhubarb, chopped
- 1 Large Orange (zested and juiced)
- 2 Lemons (zested and juiced)
Sweeteners & Add-ins
- 1 cup (300 grams) Pure Maple Syrup
- 1/2 cup (80 grams) Golden Raisins
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1/8 teaspoon Sea Salt
- 1/8 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
Instructions
- Toast Walnuts: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Spread the walnuts evenly on a baking sheet and toast for 8-9 minutes, or until they become aromatic and lightly browned. Remove from the oven, let cool, then chop them into smaller pieces. Set aside.
- Prepare the Citrus and Combine Ingredients: After juicing the orange and lemons, you should have about 3/4 cup (185 grams) of combined juice. In a medium saucepan or Dutch oven, add the chopped rhubarb, citrus zest and juice, maple syrup, golden raisins, water, sea salt, and ground cinnamon.
- Simmer the Conserve: Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to maintain a low simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 25-30 minutes. As it cooks, the rhubarb will break down and the mixture will thicken.
- Final Cooking and Consistency Test: In the last 5 minutes, reduce the heat to low and stir frequently to prevent the conserve from sticking to the bottom of the pot. You’ll see a thicker mixture that leaves a clear path when stirred. Test the consistency by coating the back of a cold metal spoon with the conserve and running your finger through it after it cools slightly; the path should remain clear without the conserve running back to fill it.
- Incorporate Toasted Walnuts: Remove the saucepan from heat and gently stir in the chopped toasted walnuts.
- Cool and Store: Allow the conserve to cool to room temperature. Transfer it to lidded containers and refrigerate for up to five days or freeze for several months. When freezing, leave about 1/4 inch of headspace for expansion and make sure the conserve is cooled completely before storing.
Notes
- Use fresh rhubarb for best flavor and ensure it is chopped into uniform pieces for even cooking.
- Maple syrup gives a unique flavor profile; do not substitute with honey or other sweeteners for this specific taste.
- The conserve will thicken further as it cools, so avoid overcooking.
- Freeze in small portions for easy use and thaw as needed.
- Can be used as a spread on toast, topping for yogurt, or a mix-in for desserts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
