Capsicum Relish

• red capsicums↗900 g
• salt↗2 teaspoons
• caster sugar↗1⁄2 cup
• white vinegar↗1⁄2 cup
• sliced cheese

  to serve

• shaved ham↗

  to serve

• breadstick↗

  sliced and buttered to serve

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Wash capsicum, then remove seeds and membranes. Using a food processor, chop finely. Transfer to a colander over a plate. Sprinkle with salt. Let stand 1 hour. Rinse under cold water.

2. 2

   Place capsicum, sugar, vinegar and 1/2 cup water in a large heavy based frying pan. Cook and stir over moderate heat for 5 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Bring to the boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until mixture thickens. Let cool.

3. 3

   To serve, top slices of bread with cheese, ham and Capsicum relish.