Taco Bell Hot Sauce

1. 1

   Combine the tomato paste with the water in a saucepan over medium heat.

2. 2

   Stir until smooth.

3. 3

   Add the cayenne pepper; chili powder, salt cornstarch, vinegar, and dried onion and stir.

4. 4

   Chop the jalapeno slices very fine.

5. 5

   You can use a food processor, but don't puree.

6. 6

   The best kind of jalapenos to use are those bottled for nachos or pizza.

7. 7

   Add them to the mixture.

8. 8

   Heat the mixture to boiling.

9. 9

   Continue to stir about 3 minutes and remove from heat.

10. 10

    Let the sauce stand until cool, and then put in a tightly sealed container and refrigerate.

11. 11

    This will last for 1 to 2 months.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.