versatile homemade ketchup

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Wichita, KS
Updated on Aug 15, 2016

Okay, this may seem like a lot of time to spend on making ketchup; however, the time spent is well worth the flavor you get on the other side. Plus, since you’re making it from scratch, you can vary the ingredients to suit the occasion. But more on that later. HINT: This makes an excellent gift during the holidays. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 6 Hr
method Slow Cooker Crock Pot
yield Bunches

Ingredients

  • PLAN/PURCHASE
  • 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1/4 small yellow onion, finely chopped, about 2.5 tablespoons
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced, about 1 teaspoon
  • 20 ounces tomato puree, canned or fresh
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce, canned or fresh
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup fresh clover honey
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, kosher variety
  • 1/4 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon mustard powder

How To Make versatile homemade ketchup

  • Step 1
    PREP/PREPARE
  • Step 2
    Gather your ingredients.
  • Step 3
    VARIATIONS This ketchup can be used in a variety of ways, let’s explore some.
  • Step 4
    ALL-PURPOSE: Make exactly as directed, and use it on just about anything that you would use regular ketchup. Excellent on french fries, and veggies.
  • Step 5
    FISH: Increase the apple cider vinegar to 3/4 cup, and add about a tablespoon of finely chopped dill.
  • Step 6
    SEAFOOD: Make as you would for fish; however, add about a tablespoon of horseradish sauce.
  • Step 7
    Add the olive oil to a pan over medium heat, and then add the diced onions.
  • Step 8
    Sauté until the onions are beginning to soften, and slightly brown, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Step 9
    Add the garlic, and continue to sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  • Step 10
    Add the remainder of the ingredients to the saucepan.
  • Step 11
    Stir and combine until, the mixture begins to simmer.
  • Step 12
    Add to the bowl of your slow cooker.
  • Step 13
    Cook on low for six hours.
  • Step 14
    PLATE/PRESENT
  • Step 15
    Chef’s Note: For a smoother ketchup, remove from the slow cooker after six hours, and blend in a food processor, or blender until the mixture is nice and smooth.
  • Step 16
    Store in tightly covered jars in the refrigerator, until ready to use. Enjoy.
  • Step 17
    Keep the faith, and keep cooking.
  • Step 18
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