Ingredients

  • 3 qt. chopped tomatoes (no need to peel nor seed)
  • 1 c. chopped carrots
  • 1 1/2 c. chopped celery
  • 3 c. chopped onions
  • 1 1/2 c. chopped bell pepper (green and red if available)
  • 1/2 c. jalapeno peppers *
  • 3 Tbsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. pepper
  • 1 tsp. basil
  • 1 tsp. oregano
  • 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
  • 1/2 c. sugar **
  • 7 to 8 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 3/4 c. white vinegar

Method

  • Finely chop the first 6 ingredients (I use the food processor).
  • Combine vegetables in a Dutch oven with mixture of salt, pepper, basil, oregano, seasoned salt and sugar which has been brought to a simmer.
  • Mix together cornstarch and vinegar. Add to salsa; stir and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Pack into hot jars; seal with hot lids.
  • Process in hot water bath for 15 minutes (open kettle) or in pressure canner 10 minutes at 10 pounds pressure.