Zucchini Salsa Canned Food

ZUCCHINI SALSA, CANNED

Steps:

• Day one:In a large bowl combine; Zucchini, onions, green pepper, red pepper and the salt Mix together cover and let stand over night.
• Day two.
• Next day rinse, drain well and put into a large pot then add mustard, garlic, cumin, vinegar, brown sugar, pepper flakes, salt,cornstarch, nutmeg, pepper, 1 tablespoon salt, tomatoes and tomato paste.
• Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
• Pour into sterilized jars and seal.
• Water bath jars for 15 minutes if they have not sealed properly.

ZUCCHINI SALSA (CANNED)

Steps:

• Day One: In a large bowl or stainless pan combine: zucchini; onions; green bell peppers; red bell peppers; jalapeno peppers; banana peppers; minced garlic; and 1/2 cup pickling salt. Mix together, cover, and let stand overnight.
• CAUTION: do not use an aluminum container for soaking or cooking -- the speckle ware pans or stainless will work well.
• Day Two: Rinse zucchini mixture thoroughly; drain well; and put into a large cooking pot. Then add dry mustard; garlic powder; cumin; white vinegar; brown sugar; red pepper flakes; 2 tablespoons of pickling salt; ground black pepper; chopped tomatoes; and tomato paste. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir frequently to avoid sticking or burning. Pour into sterilized jars and seal. Water bath jars for 15 minutes.

ZUCCHINI SALSA FOR CANNING

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients except vinegar and cornstarch in a large stockpot and bring to a boil over medium high heat. Stir occasionally to keep from scorching.
• Mix about 2 T. vinegar with the cornstarch and pour into pot. Add the rest of the vinegar and stir, until mixture thickens. If you would like for it to be thicker you can add a little more cornstarch and vinegar.
• Ladle into hot jars and can as usual, about 10-15 minutes (depending on your altitude---you can learn about this at The National Center for Home Food Preservation's web site.).