ZUCCHINI SALSA (CANNED)

Zucchini Salsa (Canned) image

Provided by Tona C.

Categories Vegetable

Time P2DT20m

Yield 15-18 pints, 60-72 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

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18 -24 cups zucchini, chopped fine
8 medium sweet white onions, chopped fine
2 green bell peppers, chopped fine (remove veins and seeds)
2 red bell peppers, chopped fine (remove veins and seeds)
10 -12 small jalapeno peppers, chopped fine with seeds
3 -4 banana peppers, chopped fine with seeds
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/2 cup pickling salt
2 tablespoons pickling salt
4 tablespoons dry mustard
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons cumin
4 cups white vinegar
2 cups brown sugar
2 tablespoons red pepper flakes
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
6 -8 cups chopped ripe tomatoes
24 ounces tomato paste

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.