HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE TOMATO KETCHUP/SAUCE

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with fewer calories.

white vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a milder flavor.

onion

🥗Healthier: shallots

Shallots provide a subtler taste.

garlic

💰Cheaper: garlic powder

Garlic powder is shelf-stable and easy to use.

Dice the tomatoes.

Add the diced tomatoes to a pan on medium heat.

Add tomato puree for richer flavor.

Add vinegar, brown sugar, mustard powder, garlic powder, allspice, and paprika to the pan.

Mix the ingredients together.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a light simmer for 35 to 40 minutes.

Allow the mixture to cool.

Blend the mixture until smooth.

Optionally, strain through a sieve to remove seeds and skin.

Fill prepared jars using a funnel and store in the fridge.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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