Big Mamas Chili Sauce Recipes

MOM'S SWEET CHILI SAUCE

Steps:

• Put the tomatoes in a large non-reactive container or canning kettle. Add 2 cups of the vinegar, stir gently, cover and let stand at room temperature overnight. In the morning drain well and discard the liquid.
• In a canning kettle combine the drained tomatoes with the remaining 2 cups of vinegar, sugar, salt and cayenne pepper.
• In a large square of cheesecloth tie together the cloves, allspice and broken cinnamon sticks. Add the spice bag to the tomato mixture.
• Bring mixture to a boil, then simmer gently until thickened, about 2-1/2 hours. Watch closely and stir frequently to avoid scorching.
• Bottle in hot sterilized jars.
• Process in a hot water bath: 10 minutes for 8-ounce jars or 15 minutes for pint jars.

GRANDMOTHER'S CHILI SAUCE

Steps:

• Mix all dry ingredients in a large saucepan.
• Add the vinegar; tomatoes, and onions; mix well.
• Bring to a boil over medium heat.
• Continue to cook, uncovered until it is reduced by half.
• Cool.
• Cover tightly and store in the refrigerator.

BIG MAMA'S CHILI SAUCE

Steps:

• Place the tomatoes in a large nonreactive saucepan and use your fingers to mash and separate them into small bits. Add the remaining ingredients and stir well. Bring the sauce to a rolling boil, then reduce the heat and simmer lightly for 45 minutes, or until thickened. Cool the sauce, then chill in an airtight container. Store refrigerated for up to 2 weeks.
• Cooking Method
• Stove