How to make Homemade Ketchup

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

apple cider vinegar

🥗Healthier: white vinegar

💰Cheaper: distilled vinegar

White vinegar is more commonly available.

allspice

🥗Healthier: cinnamon

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Cinnamon can provide a similar warmth.

mustard powder

🥗Healthier: prepared mustard

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric is a more affordable option.

Take a 6 oz can of tomato paste and put it in a stainless steel pot.

Pour in 1/2 cup of water.

Add 3 tablespoons of white vinegar, or apple cider vinegar if preferred.

Mix in 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire sauce.

Add 3 tablespoons of light brown sugar.

Put in 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder.

Add salt and onion powder to taste.

Add celery seed and mix all ingredients well.

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Turn down the heat and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.

After simmering, let it cool for about 5 minutes before pouring it into a mason jar.

Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

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