Tomato Ketchup

Directions

1. 1
   Cook tomatoes and onions until soft; put through sieve.
2. 2
   Press out the clear juice and save for juice or flavor for gravies, etc. Press and save the thick pulp for the ketchup.
3. 3
   Add salt, oils and vinegar.
4. 4
   Cook until thick.
5. 5
   Add sugar, cornstarch and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper, if desired.
6. 6
   Cook well and can.
7. 7
   This has a bright red color and is more like commercial ketchup.