Follow directions below. Remove some of the seeds for milder salsa.

Prepare home canning jars and lids according to manufacturer's directions. Peel, core and chop tomatoes. Put all ingredients into a big pot and bring to a boil, stirring often. Reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Ladle into hot jars leaving 1/4" head space. Wipe rim and threads of jar with clean, damp cloth. Place lid and bands on jars firmly. Process in boiling water bath for 15 minutes. Yield: approx. 4 pts. (heat-medium) (Can be doubled for larger batch.)

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