Instructions: A variety of Mexican salsa, this dressing can be used as a topping for beans and rice, or mixed with beans to make a salad.

Makes 1 23 cups.

1 cup green tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 fresh jalapeno pepper or chili pepper
2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
2 scallions, green and white parts, cut into l inch lengths 1/3 cup water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves 1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

Combine green tomatoes, pepper, garlic, scallions and water in a 4 cup glass measure or small microwave safe mixing bowl. Cover tightly with plastic wrap. Microwave at High for two minutes. Let stand one minute. Pick plastic to release steam. Remove from oven and uncover carefully. Scrape into a blender or food processor. Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.

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