Condiment Replacement Recipes- Heinz Ketchup Copycat

In our last post, I hopefully put the fear of God in you about some of the additives in processed foods.  We all love our condiments.  God knows, I'm a hot sauce and ketchup freak.  That said, how can we avoid the additives in our favorite condiments.  Largely, we can make our own.  And we can make them BETTER!

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Heinz Ketchup Copycat Recipe:

This recipe came mostly from  http://www.topsecretrecipes.com/Heinz-Ketchup-Recipe.html

23 Calories per serving
Cook time:  1 1/2 hours
Makes 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients:
1 - 6 oz can of Italian tomato paste (read the label)
1/2 c - light corn syrup (or honey for a healthier version)
1/2 c - white vinegar
1/4 c - water
1 T - sugar
1 t - salt
1/4 t - onion powder
1/8 t - garlic powder

Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium heat.  Whisk until smooth or use a stick blender

When mixture comes to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.  Stir often to avoid burning on the bottom.

Remove Pan from heat and cover until cool.  Chill and store in a covered container.

Jughandle recommends:


Try using whole fresh tomatoes, fresh onion and garlic