Mixed fruit mostarda (Chutney)

Mixed fruit mostarda are a gastronomic specialty from northern Italy. They are prepared with locally harvested whole and chopped fruits such as pears, apples, figs, apricots, and cherries, which are slowly candied and immersed in a sugar syrup and then flavoured with mustard essential oil, Giving a distinctive sweet and sour, spicy flavor. They pair perfectly with a wide range of Italian dishes such as those with Boiled meats or cured meats. They enhance the intense flavors of dishes with cotechino and sausage. Or as an Antipasto accompaniment with hard, mature cheeses (such as Parmigiano Reggiano or Grana Padano) and blue or spicy cheeses (such as Provolone Valpadana).