How to Make Tomato Ketchup

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Place a 28 oz.

   can of whole, peeled tomatoes or 2 lbs. (32 oz.) of fresh diced tomatoes in a large pot.
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   Step 2: Add 1/4 tsp.

   (1.25ml) of allspice, 1/4 tsp. (1.25ml) of celery seed and 1/4 tsp. (1.25ml) of chile flakes or cayenne pepper. , (2.5ml) of mustard seed. ,,, Depending on the size of your blender or food processor, you may have to do this in a few small batches. ,, You may choose to skip this step if you prefer a heartier ketchup with more pulp. ,, of brown sugar, 1/2 cup (4 oz.) of white vinegar and 1 1/2 tsp (7.5ml) of salt to your tomato mixture. ,,,,,
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   Step 3: Mix in 1 cinnamon stick

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   Step 4: 3 whole cloves

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   Step 5: 1 medium chopped onion

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   Step 6: 1 peeled and crushed garlic clove and 1/2 tsp.

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   Step 7: Cook over medium heat and stir occasionally for approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour or until the onions are soft.

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   Step 8: Remove from heat and allow to cool.

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   Step 9: Put the mixture into a blender or food processor.

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    Step 10: Blend on high speed for about 1 minute or until pureed.

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    Step 11: Strain through a small holed strainer or cheesecloth

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    Step 12: squishing well.

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    Step 13: Return the strained liquid back to the pot.

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    Step 14: Add 1/4 cup (2 oz.)

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    Step 15: Cook over medium heat

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    Step 16: stirring constantly

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    Step 17: until it reaches the desired thickness.

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    Step 18: Remove from heat and allow to cool.

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    Step 19: Transfer to a glass jar or storage container with a lid.

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    Step 20: Keep in the refrigerator.

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    Step 21: Use within 3 weeks.

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