Mild Salsa Recipe for Canning – Fresh Homemade Pantry Favorite
Mild Salsa for Canning is a delicious, family-friendly recipe made with ripe tomatoes, fresh vegetables, and gentle seasoning for a balanced, non-spicy flavor. Perfect for long-term storage, this salsa preserves the freshness of summer produce and is ideal for chips, tacos, or everyday meals throughout the year.
Cooking Method
- Prepare tomatoes:
Blanch tomatoes in boiling water for 30–60 seconds, remove skins, and chop them finely. - Combine ingredients:
In a large stainless-steel pot, add tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and garlic. - Add seasoning:
Stir in vinegar, salt, and sugar. Mix well to combine flavors. - Cook the salsa:
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened. - Prepare jars:
Sterilize canning jars and lids in boiling water before filling. - Fill jars:
Ladle hot salsa into sterilized jars, leaving about ½ inch headspace. Remove air bubbles and wipe rims clean. - Process for canning:
Seal jars and process them in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes. Remove and allow jars to cool completely before storing.
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