Mushroom Ketchup Recipe

Although we all know ketchup as the thick tomato-based condiment served with french fries, it started out as a pickled fish condiment popular in china that then evolved into an accompaniment made from a variety of ingredients from nuts to mushrooms. It wasn't until new englanders in the late 1700s introduced a tomato version that the name ketchup grew to become synonymous with tomatoes. This is a non-tomato ketchup made of mushrooms and spices. It is a great condiment to serve with meats and poultry. Make sure you plan ahead--the mushrooms need to stand 24 hours during the first step of the recipe. "Fancy pantry" By helen witty (workman).