Homemade Salsa with True Leaf Market

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Bill and I have been growing a raised garden bed for several years now. We love to grow things we can eat every year. One year I had a zucchini that went up to my knee it was so tall! That being said, Bill loves salsa. He can and does eat it with almost everything.

Long before we knew there was going to be a pandemic this year, we decided to grow our plants from seeds. That's where True Leaf Market was such a great help. They have so many seed kits and seeds to pick from it was hard to decide! After much deliberation, we went with the True Leaf Market Premium Mexican Salsa Seed Starter Kit. It had everything we could ever want and more. The True Leaf Market Premium Mexican Salsa Seed Starter Kit was beyond easy to use.

The directions were beyond easy to follow. First, you add the compressed soil pucks to the trays.

Once in the trays, you just add water and let it sit.

Then push the dirt down and make it all pretty. Make yourself a hole and put in 4 seeds. Then cover the seeds.

Now we labeled everything with the seed label sticks, because there is no way we'd remember what we put where.

Next we placed the trays in my garden window and left them be. Besides periodically making sure the tray had enough water in it, this salsa kit pretty much does all the work for you.

Look! We have plants! Now, it's only May here in Illinois , so they are still pretty little. We did transplant them to the garden:

Now, we have a sprinkler system set up and I'll be picking weeds all summer, but we can't wait to enjoy some of these peppers and tomatoes and onions! Though, there is absolutely nothing better than fresh salsa with the ingredients from your garden! Of course, when you are sourcing from your own garden, you get a ton of tomatoes and peppers. That's why we had to figure out how to can it. (plus it is delicious so its nice to have when its not summer too!). Now, this recipe is made for my family's taste buds, so you can make your own substitutions and additions. That's the great thing about garden salsa, it is so easy to make it your own.

Canned Garden Salsa

Lisa Martin
4.34 from 6 votes
Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 3 (aff) hours 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Snack
Servings 64

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients and simmer until thick. This will take about 3 hours.
    1 red onion, 1 white onion, 1 yellow onion, 6 pounds fresh tomatoes, 4 banana peppers, 2 Heatless Jalapeño Peppers, 3 sweet peppers, 3 6 ounce cans tomato paste, 1/2 cup white vinegar, 2 tablespoons garlic powder, 1 1/2 tablespoons salt, 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup white sugar
  • To sterilize the jars and lids, drop them in boiling water (for at least 5 minutes). Spoon the salsa into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove air bubbles. Next, wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Last, top with the lids, and screw on rings.
  • Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat and lower the jars into the pot. You should leave a 2 inch space between the jars. Next, pour in more boiling water until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and wait for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface until cool. Once they have cooled off, press the top of each lid with a finger to make sure that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all).
  • Refrigerate after opening.
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We loved our True Leaf Market Premium Mexican Salsa Seed Starter Kit. I would definitely get it again, and we are now figuring out whatTrue Leaf Market Vegetable Seeds we should order next year!

Lisa Martin

In April 2006, Lisa began blogging to stay connected with distant relatives and friends. As she delved into blogging, she discovered the potential to assist others by sharing her experiences. Lisa has actively engaged in numerous exclusive media ventures. Notable among these are her participation in events such as the Sony Mommy Bloggers Event, the Pampers Mommy Bloggers Event, the Epson Event in Chicago, the Stouffers Event, a memorable yacht excursion with Lands End, collaborations with 1-800-Baskets, an exclusive tour for bloggers by Mrs. Prindable’s, partnerships with Hallmark, PopCap games, Chicago Cubs Mastercard Priceless Events, and Rug Doctor. In addition, she has collaborated with Nutrisystem on a weight loss initiative, teamed up with Buick and Chevy, and served as a brand ambassador for Sprint. Lisa's collaboration portfolio also extends to Disney, where she has participated in press trips for significant movies such as Frozen, Guardians of the Galaxy, McFarland USA, The Good Dinosaur, The BFG, and Cars 3. Notably, for projects like Frozen, The BFG, and Cars 3, she was granted the privilege of walking the red carpet and conducting interviews with celebrities. The impact of Lisa's blog has gained recognition, with The New York Times referencing her content. Moreover, she has been featured in interviews by respected publications such as the Southtown Star, The Chicago Sun Times, and inside.
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