Salsa (Restaurant Style)

When I first found this recipe, I knew I had to try it. I am very particular about salsas, because I don't like tomato chunks! As you've seen in previous recipes on this site, if a recipe calls for a can of diced tomatoes, I puree it first! So I knew that this recipe was perfect for me.

So I made it. This recipe makes A LOT so I brought it to a party where there were a lot of people. And I've lost count of how many people asked me how to make it! It was a huge hit. And no wonder. It's absolutely delicious. Bright tomato flavor (with no chunks!) with just the right amount of cilantro and the perfect degree of heat. We served this with chips in the first round and the small bit of leftover salsa was enjoyed on top of taco salad.

Do you have a summer gathering coming up? Make this salsa! If not, still make it. And hoard it for yourself.

Another bonus of this salsa? You can make it in 5 minutes flat. You'll need a big food processor - I have a 7 cup, so I had to make it in two batches. Pour the can of whole tomatoes (with juice) into the bowl of the food processor. Then add the lime juice,

salt, sugar, cumin,

cilantro,

garlic, jalapeno

and onion.

Add the Rotel, then process until no chunks remain! Refrigerate the salsa for an hour or so before serving to let the flavors "cook." Enjoy with chips, and all your favorite Mexican foods.

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Restaurant Style Salsa

1 - 28 oz. can whole tomatoes (peeled) with juice
2 10-oz. cans Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies)
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 jalepeño pepper, chopped
1/2 cup cilantro
Juice from 1/2 of a fresh lime
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. granulated sugar
1/4 tsp. cumin

Add all ingredients to a food processor. Pulse until you get desired consistency. Refrigerate for at least one hour, and then serve with your favorite tortilla chips.
Makes about 6 cups

Recipe Source: Brown Eyed Baker