Ketchup Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Ketchup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 6 pounds very ripe tomatoes, peeled and seeded with juices reserved; 1 onion; 6 whole cloves; 6 peppercorns; 1 sprig fresh rosemary; 1 celery heart, with leaves; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1/4 cup cider or raspberry vinegar; Salt; Large non-aluminum kettle; Food mill

Servings: persons

6 pounds very ripe tomatoes, peeled and seeded with juices reserved
1 onion
6 whole cloves
6 peppercorns
1 sprig fresh rosemary
1 celery heart, with leaves
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup cider or raspberry vinegar
Salt
Large non-aluminum kettle
Food mill

1
Coarsely chop the tomatoes and place them in the kettle with the reserved juice.
2
Stud the onion with the cloves and tie it in a double layer of dampened cheesecloth along with the allspice, peppercorns, and rosemary.
3
Add the cheesecloth bag, celery heart, brown sugar, vinegar and a little salt to the tomatoes and bring to a boil, stirring from time to time, over high heat.
4
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until reduced by half.
5
Puree the ketchup in a food mill and taste for seasoning.
6
Return the ketchup to the kettle and bring to a boil.
7
Reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
8
Immediately pour the ketchup into sterilized jars and seal according to manufacturer's directions.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 pounds very ripe tomatoes, peeled and seeded with juices reserved, 1 onion, 6 whole cloves, 6 peppercorns, and more.

Yes, Ketchup falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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