Combine all ingredients in a heavy saucepan, stirring well; bring to a boil. Then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes; stir often Let cool. Pour mixture into container of electric blender; process at High speed for 10 seconds or until smooth. Store in refrigerator. Yield: about 2 cups. Submitted to magazine by Julie Dugan, Alexandria, Virginia Mc formatting by bobbi744@sojourn. Com