Ingredients

10 lbs tomatoes
10 pears
10 peaches
2 green peppers
6 large onions
1 quart white vinegar
2 lbs brown sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 box pickling spices
sugar ( `` My mother used white sugar '' )
10 apples ( optional )
Fruit marinade, also known as catsup, is a condiment that has been popular for centuries. While most people associate ketchup with a tomato-based sauce, this recipe for fruit marinade explores a different take on the classic condiment. Featuring a blend of fresh tomatoes, pears, peaches, green peppers, and onions, this recipe yields a tangy, sweet, and slightly spicy sauce that complements a variety of dishes. Use it as a dip for vegetables, pour it on top of burgers or sandwiches, or use it as a marinade for meats to add a burst of flavor. The homemade aspect of this recipe allows you to control the quality of the ingredients, ensuring that you are providing your family and friends with a healthy and flavorful condiment.

Instructions

1.Chop tomatoes, pears, peaches, green peppers, and onions and add them to a large pot.
2.Add in the white vinegar, brown sugar, salt, pickling spices, and optional sugar and apples.
3.Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a simmer, cooking until the mixture thickens, stirring frequently.
4.Remove from heat and cool before blending in a blender or food processor.
5.Strain the mixture through a sieve and then heat back up until it thickens slightly to your desired consistency.
6.Pour into sterilized jars and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

PROS

This versatile condiment can be used with a variety of meats, as a dip for vegetables, or as a topping for sandwiches.

It stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

This recipe yields a large batch, making it perfect for sharing with family and friends or for meal prep.

CONS

This recipe requires a lot of chopping and can be time-consuming.

It also requires a blender or food processor and a sieve.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is homemade, allowing you to control the ingredients and minimize any added preservatives or artificial flavors.
The fruits and vegetables used in this recipe are packed with vitamins and minerals, and the vinegar provides a variety of health benefits from aiding in digestion to potentially reducing blood sugar levels.

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