CONTEST-WINNING FREEZER SALSA

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Typically, I make 60 jars of salsa each fall to enjoy all winter long. I also give it as gifts and donate jars to parties sponsored by the schools our four sons attend. This tasty salsa adds zip to everything from chips to meat loaf to fajitas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 55m

Yield about 6 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/3 cup finely chopped sweet red or green pepper
1 to 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
12 plum tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped (about 6 cups)
3 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
1/3 cup lime juice
1/3 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute the onion, celery, peppers and garlic in oil for 5 minutes or until tender., Stir in the remaining ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Cool completely. , Spoon into freezer containers. Cover and freeze for up to 3 months. Stir before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 158mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Awais Riaz
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This salsa is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it tastes so fresh and flavorful. I love the combination of flavors. I highly recommend this recipe!


Muneer Lali
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good salsa recipe for a long time and this one is perfect. It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious. I love that it's not too spicy, so it's perfect for everyone.


Muneeb Ahmed Ahmed
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This is the best salsa I've ever had! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of flavors. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Juice Splash
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I made this salsa for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. It's so flavorful and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Ahad Ahmed
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This salsa is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it tastes so fresh and flavorful. I love the combination of flavors. I highly recommend this recipe!


Dademoh Faoziyat
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good salsa recipe for a long time and this one is perfect. It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious. I love that it's not too spicy, so it's perfect for everyone.


khaleel jahshan
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This is the best salsa I've ever had! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of flavors. I will definitely be making this again and again.


MDFaysal Khan
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I made this salsa for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. It's so flavorful and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Nazmul Hossain
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This salsa is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it tastes so fresh and flavorful. I love the combination of flavors. I highly recommend this recipe!


Riad mamun
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! I've been looking for a good salsa recipe for a long time and this one is perfect. It's so easy to make and it tastes delicious. I love that it's not too spicy, so it's perfect for everyone.


SmN mb
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This is the best salsa I've ever had! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the combination of flavors. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Desiye Omotola
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I made this salsa for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. It's so flavorful and refreshing. I will definitely be making this again.


Prince Boansi
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This salsa is amazing! I've made it several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it tastes so fresh and flavorful. I love that it's not too spicy, so it's perfect for everyone. I highly recommend this recipe!