Barb's Salsa

Since I started teaching in the 80's, I have prepared salsa using this recipe.  Barb, who worked in the office at OHS, gave me the recipe.  Remember to use food service gloves when preparing the Jalapeno pepper!

5 cups finely cut tomatoes
1 finely cut green pepper
2 (mild) ~ 4 (hot) Jalapeno peppers (including seeds)
2 stalks finely cut celery
1 finely cut onion
1 ~ 6 oz. can tomato paste
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1 tsp. canning salt
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
1 tsp. sugar

Combine ingredients in a large saucepan.  Bring to boil, then reduce heat and simmer.  Stir frequently until thick, about 1 ~ 2 hours.