Traditionally the subjects of women, politics, religion and work are touted to be out-of-bounds in the Officers' Mess. However, complimenting the cook on his magnificent fruit conserve was deemed to be a smart move as it usually ensured a decent serving of the main meal... and as the saying goes, 'An army marches on its stomach'.
Ingredients: Tomatoes (28%), apples (22%), vinegar, brown sugar, raisins, ginger, tapioca starch, cayenne, garlic, salt.