Motor Cole's Jalapeno Salsa

Submitted by Jeffrey Cole

"This recipe is dedicated to the late Ricky (Motor) Cole who enjoyed Spice in life! This Salsa is easy to make and taste great!"

 

• Ready In: 1hr
• Ingredients: 12
• Yields: pints
• Serves: 3-4

ingredients

• 3 cups chopped peeled cored tomatoes
• 3 cups chopped jalapeno peppers (seed if desired)
• 2 cups chopped green peppers
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup diced pimento
• 2 tabelspoons minced cilantro
• 2 teaspoons oregano
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cumin
• 1 cup cider vinegar, 5% acidity

directions

1. Prepare home canning jars and lids according to manufacture's instructions.
2. Combine all ingredients in a large saucepot.
3. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.
4. Carefully ladle hot salsa into hot jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace.
5. Wipe rim and threads of the jar with a clean, damp cloth.
6. Place lid on jar and screw band sown evenly and firmly, fingertip tight.
7. Process 15 minutes in a boiling water canner.
8. Remove pint jars from water bath and allow to cool and seal.