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Tomato Catsup Recipe

Transform your garden-fresh tomatoes into a vibrant, flavorful catsup that's far superior to store-bought varieties! This recipe captures the sweet and tangy essence of summer, creating a condiment perfect for burgers, fries, and everything in between. Make your own delicious, all-natural ketchup today!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 340.7 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 0.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tomato Catsup

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How to Make Tomato Catsup

  1. Wash and roughly chop 6 lbs of ripe tomatoes. Boil in a large pot until softened, about 20-25 minutes.
  2. While tomatoes boil, slice 2 large onions. Place in a separate saucepan with 1 cup of water and cook until tender, about 10-15 minutes.
  3. Once both tomatoes and onions are cooked, run them through a food mill or sieve to create a smooth pulp.
  4. Return the combined tomato and onion pulp to the pot. Stir in 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (adjust to taste).
  5. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil and cook rapidly, reducing it by about half. This will take approximately 45-60 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
  6. In a separate enamel-lined saucepan, combine 2 cups of white vinegar, 1 cinnamon stick, 4 whole cloves, and 2 crushed garlic cloves.
  7. Bring the vinegar mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat and allow to simmer for 30 minutes. Bring back to a boil.
  8. Remove the vinegar mixture from heat, cover, and let it steep until ready to use.
  9. Once the tomato mixture has reduced by half (about 1 1/4 cups), add the steeped vinegar mixture (strain out the spices first).
  10. Stir in 2 tablespoons of paprika, 1 cup of sugar, and 2 teaspoons of salt (or to taste).
  11. Bring the mixture back to a rapid boil and cook until thickened, about 10 minutes. Stir frequently.
  12. While still boiling, carefully pour the catsup into sterilized jars, leaving 1/2 inch of headspace.
  13. Secure lids and rings tightly.
  14. Process in a boiling water bath for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

240g

Fat

2g

Carbs

25g

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