Red Tomato Salsa

1. 1

   Heat the vegetable oil in a medium skillet over moderate heat.

2. 2

   Cook the onion until soft, about 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Transfer to a food processor fitted with the metal blade or a blender

4. 4

   Add the remaining ingredients except the salt and puree, in batches if you are using a blender, until smooth.

5. 5

   Pass through a medium strainer, pressing with a spatula or wooden spoon to push through as much pulp as possible.

6. 6

   Pour into a sauce pan and add the salt.

7. 7

   Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook, uncovered, 20 minutes.

8. 8

   Taste and adjust seasoning.

9. 9

   Store in the refrigerator 2 to 3 days or in the freezer for weeks.

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