BASIL TOMATO JUICE

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Put some zing in your next brunch buffet with this homemade tomato juice. Fresh basil and hot pepper sauce accent the garden-fresh tomato flavor. You can put it in containers and freeze it, if you wish. -Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h15m

Yield about 2-1/2 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

8 pounds ripe tomatoes, quartered
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce

Steps:

In a stock pot, combine the tomatoes, celery and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 45 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. , Cool slightly; put tomato mixture through a sieve or food mill. Return to the pan. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; cool. Transfer to a pitcher; cover and refrigerate until chilled.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 215mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges