How to Make Your Own Ketchup
If you’ve ever known your grandmother’s ketchup, then you know this condiment can truly be nutritious.
Tomatoes, to start are a an incredibly heart-healthy fruit, while apple cider vinegar is great for digestion, gout, weight loss, kidney health, and more. As well, coconut sugar is much less inflammatory than processed sugar.
You’ll need:
- 4 cups peeled, crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup water
- 2/3 cup coconut sugar
- ¾ cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 ¾ tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp celery salt
- 1/8 tsp mustard powder
- ¼ tsp ground pepper
- 1 garlic clove
Instructions:
- Add all ingredients into a large slow cooker.
- Leave uncovered and cook on high heat until it thickens, stirring occasionally (about 10 hours) .
- To improve texture, blend with a hand blender until smooth
- Pass the mixture through a fine strainer and store in a sealable container.
- Once completely cool, adjust seasoning to taste.
- Store refrigerated for up to a few weeks.
Once you’ve made your own ketchup, the store-bought stuff won’t cut it anymore. Plus, you can rest assured that you know exactly what’s in it.
Source: Womandailytips.com
