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Simple Salsa is a great way to preserve tomatoes for the winter months

Simple Salsa

Simple Salsa combines tomatoes, onions, peppers, and garlic with your favorite seasonings to make a classic salsa.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 9 half pint jars
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. onion chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 c. cider vinegar
  • 10 cups tomatoes cored and diced
  • 2 c. bell peppers seeded and chopped
  • 1 c. cilantro chopped
  • 1 Tablespoon oregano
  • 1 Tablespoon sugar
  • 2 Tablespoons hot sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper

Instructions

  • Place 9 half pint jars and lids in a boiling water canner to sterilize them. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  • In a large saucepan combine the onions, garlic, and vinegar. Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat and boil gently for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomatoes and peppers and return the mixture to a boil for 3 minutes. Add in cilantro, oregano, sugar, hot sauce, cumin, salt, and pepper. Return to a full boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the boiling water canner and fill them, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace if needed.
  • Wipe jar rims and place the lid on top. Place screw band on jar and tighten to fingertip tight.
  • Place jars back in the boiling water canner, cover, and bring to a full boil. Process jars for 15 minutes. After 15 minutes remove from heat and remove lid and allow to sit for 5 minutes.
  • Remove jars from the water and allow them to cool for 24 hours.
  • Check seals after 24 hours and store in a cool place for 1 year.

Notes

Recipe slightly adapted from Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving