Salsa has been a part of my relationship with my husband since we were dating, all those years ago (8 to be exact). We continue the tradition by re-inventing our recipe from time to time; this is a weekly tradition in our house. Here is our latest concoction, and I must say, it is one of the best!! Enjoy with the dollar-a-bag Fry's tortilla chips... there's nothing more satisfying on taco salads, full-course burritos, or just in front of a movie with some salty chips!
Home-Made Salsa
1- 16 oz can of tomato sauce (Costco carries organic S&W brand)
1 bunch green onions
2 large green chilis
1 medium tomato, or 1 handful of grape tomatoes
1 lime
1 jalapeno
1 handful of fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon ground pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin
1 bunch green onions
2 large green chilis
1 medium tomato, or 1 handful of grape tomatoes
1 lime
1 jalapeno
1 handful of fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon ground pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cumin
Open can of sauce, pour into 32-0z or larger storage container. Add salt, sugar, pepper, cumin, garlic, and juice from the lime. Dice green onions, chilis, tomatoes, and cilantro, or chop them in a mini chop, then add to the sauce mix. Test the heat of the jalapeno by chopping about 1/4 of an inch under the stem, and touching the inside to the back of your tongue. If it burns immediately, just add 1/4 of the jalapeno for mild salsa, more for spicy salsa. Dice the jalapeno accordingly and add to the mix. Cover, shake to mix, and refrigerate!
Enjoy the added benefits of lycopene from the tomatoes and the sauce. The fresh fruits and veggies are great for your immune system, not to mention your digestive system!! All this, with no preservatives or hydrogenated oils... amazingly healthy!!
Keeps for up to 7 days in the refrigerator.
Keeps for up to 7 days in the refrigerator.
