Better than Berts Salsa

Ingredients

• 1 large can tomato puree
• 2 firm plum tomatoes - cubed
• 1/2 red onion - finely chopped
• 4 tbsp cilantro - finely chopped
• 1 jalapeno - finely chopped
• 3 tbsp hot sauce
• 2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper

Method

• Blanch onion
• Add half each of remaining ingredients and cook slightly
• Add tomato puree
• Bring to a boil
• Remove from heat
• Add remaining ingredients and mix thoroughly

Modifications

• Use food processor to get onion, jalap, and cilantro into fine bits
• Ensure onions are cooked through until lightly browning
• Reduce salt to 1.5 tsp
• Add 1 tsp sugar