Tomato Paste

By tschnet1

Ingredients

• 32 cups (8000 ml) chopped tomatoes, about 16 lb (11 kg), 48 medium-large
• 1 -1/2 cups (375 ml) red pepper, chopped, about 3 medium
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp (5 ml) salt
• 1 clove garlic, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Place 9 clean 250 ml mason jars on a rack in a boiling water canner; cover jars with water and heat to a simmer (180°F/82°C). Set screw bands aside. Heat SNAP LID® sealing discs in hot water, not boiling (180°F/82°C). Keep jars and lids hot until ready to use.