Fruit Salsa Recipes For Canning

THE BEST CANNING SALSA

Steps:

• Combine tomatoes, onions, vinegar, tomato paste, green bell peppers, red bell peppers, banana peppers, sugar, garlic, pickling salt, and black pepper in a large stockpot; bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 30 minutes. Mix cilantro into salsa.
• Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. Pack salsa into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top. Run a knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles. Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. Top with lids and screw on rings.
• Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder. Leave a 2-inch space between the jars. Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 35 minutes.
• Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). Store in a cool, dark area.

MIXED FRUIT SALSA

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients; set aside. Brush both sides of tortillas with butter. Combine the sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over both sides of tortilla. Cut each into six wedges., Place on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 6-8 minutes on each side or until crisp. Drain salsa; serve with tortilla chips.

FRUIT & TOMATO SALSA

Steps:

• Peel, pit, and chop peaches, and mix with lime juice.
• Peel, core, and chop apples. Add to peaches.
• Peel and chop fresh tomatoes to measure 4 cups (or use canned diced).
• Seed and dice bell peppers.
• Seed & dice jalapenos.
• Combine all fresh fruits and vegetables in a large stainless steel pot. Add vinegar,honey, chipotle powder, and crushed red pepper. ( Do not add canned vegetables and fruit yet).
• Bring mixture to boil over medium heat. Cook for 25 minutes, stirring frequently. Lower heat if necessary to avoid sticking.
• Drain and add pineapple and any canned vegetables. Cook for 5 more minutes. Add tomato paste (optional). Continue frequent stirring. Reduce heat to simmer.
• Ladle salsa into hot sterilized canning jars, leaving 1/4 inch headspace. Wipe jar rim with clean cloth or napkin. Top with new sterilized lid. Screw on band tightly.
• Place jars in canning pot. Add water to cover jars by 2 inches.
• Bring canner to boil, and process for 20 minutes.
• Remove jars from canner, and place on towel in a cool spot.
• In about an hour, check to make sure that lids have sealed. Refrigerate or reprocess any that are not sealed.
• Allow to sit without moving for about 2 days.
• Label and store jars in a cool, dark place.