Instructions: Put tomatoes and remaining ingredients in large pot. Heat, stirring often, until mixture boils. Boil, stirring often, for about 25 minutes until thick. for a smooth sauce, cool a bit and run through blender. Return puree to pot. Return to boil. Pour boiling sauce into hot sterilized pink jars to within 1/2 inch of top. Place sterilized metal lids on jars and screw metal bands on securely. For added assurance against spoilage, you may choose to process in a boiling water bath for 10 minutes. This may be cooled and frozen.

Makes 6 pints sauce.

***Meaty Tomato Sauce***

Before serving, add about 1/2 to 3/4 pound scramble-fried lean ground beef to 1 pint Tomato Spaghetti Sauce.

Helen Says: Here is one for gift giving, I would suggesting adding a recipe card with the instructions on making Meaty Tomato Sauce

Description: "Adjust the spices to personal preference. Seal in decorative jars for gift giving."

Yield: 6 Pints

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