Mustard fruits

1.Wrap spices in muslin, tie securely with kitchen string and set aside. Combine sugar, vinegar, mustard, 1 tsp sea salt and 125ml water in a saucepan and cook, stirring over medium heat, until sugar dissolves. Add muslin bag and bay leaves and bring to the boil. Cook until reduced to 1½ cups (10-15 minutes). Add dried fruit, return to the boil and cook until fruit is soft and translucent (5-10 minutes). Spoon into a sterilised 1 litre-capacity jar, seal with a lid and invert until cooled to room temperature. Mustard fruits will keep in refrigerator for up to 3 months.