Tre's Homemade Ketchup Recipe

Name: Tre's Homemade Ketchup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 ripe tomatoes, medium size; ⅓ cup sweet red pepper, medium size; ⅓ cup green bell pepper, medium size; ¼ cup onion, medium size; ⅓ cup vinegar (I used cider vinegar); 3 tablespoons sugar; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon dry mustard; 1 dash red pepper (I used cayenne, although there is a slight difference); 1 dash ground allspice; 1 dash ground cloves; 1 dash ground cinnamon

Servings: persons

5 ripe tomatoes, medium size
⅓ cup sweet red pepper, medium size
⅓ cup green bell pepper, medium size
¼ cup onion, medium size
⅓ cup vinegar (I used cider vinegar)
3 tablespoons sugar
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon dry mustard
1 dash red pepper (I used cayenne, although there is a slight difference)
1 dash ground allspice
1 dash ground cloves
1 dash ground cinnamon

1
Quarter tomatoes; remove stem ends.
2
Add peppers, seeded and cut into chunks, and onions, peeled and quartered.
3
Mix.
4
Put vegetables into blender, filling 3/4 full.
5
Blend at high speed for about 10 seconds; or until vegetables are pureed.
6
Repeat as necessary; pour all into a large sauce pan.
7
Add rest of ingredients; stir to blend thoroughly.
8
Bring to boil over medium heat; lower heat and simmer, uncovered until volume is reduced by half.
9
(My half recipe took about an hour ro reduce.)
10
Pour into hot jar.
11
Adjust lid.
12
Process in boiling water bath for 10 minutes at 212 degrees.
13
Remove jar and complete seal.

158

kcal

Calories

Carbs

Protein

Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 ripe tomatoes, medium size, ⅓ cup sweet red pepper, medium size, ⅓ cup green bell pepper, medium size, ¼ cup onion, medium size, and more.

Yes, Tre's Homemade 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tre's Homemade Ketchup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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