Tasty Taco Sauce

An unchunky taco sauce with lots of flavor. Try adding about 1/2-1 tbsp liquid smoke to make a nice smoky taco sauce!

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 2  cups tomato sauce
• 1 1⁄4 cups water
• 2  tablespoons white vinegar
• 1⁄2 green bell pepper, seeded and grated
• 2 1⁄2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 -3  teaspoon cumin (adjust to taste)
• 1  teaspoon onion powder
• 1  teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne (or to taste)
• 1⁄2 teaspoon sugar
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground coriander (cilantro)
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground oregano

Directions

1. Mix all spices. Set aside.
2. In a food processor blend water and grated green bell pepper till smooth. Transfer to a sauce pan, whisk in tomato sauce and vinegar.
3. If using, add liquid smoke, to taste.
4. Bring to a boil, add spices and lower heat.
5. Simmer 40-60 min., till thickened. (stirring occasionally)
6. Let cool, then cover and refrigerate. Let stand one day, to allow flavors to blend.
7. Us cold or reheat, and use in tacos etc. ENJOY!