Bottled Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prepare the Ingredients

   Start by washing the fresh tomatoes thoroughly under running water. Remove stems and slice them into quarters.

2. 2

   Sauté Garlic

   Peel the garlic cloves and chop them finely. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant but not browned.

3. 3

   Cook Tomatoes

   Add the quartered tomatoes to the pan with the sautéed garlic. Stir well and allow them to cook for about 10-15 minutes, until they are soft and releasing their juices.

4. 4

   Season the Mixture

   Add the basil leaves, salt, and black pepper to the tomato mixture. Stir well and let it simmer for another 5 minutes to combine the flavors.

5. 5

   Add Acidity

   Pour in the vinegar and lemon juice into the mixture. Stir to combine and bring it to a gentle boil. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

6. 6

   Prepare Canning Jars

   While the mixture is cooking, sterilize the canning jars by placing them in boiling water for 10 minutes. Carefully remove them and let them cool slightly.

7. 7

   Fill the Jars

   Using a ladle, fill the sterilized jars with the hot tomato mixture, leaving about 0.5 inches of headspace at the top. Wipe the rims of the jars with a clean cloth to remove any residue.

8. 8

   Seal and Process

   Place the lids on the jars and screw on the bands until they are fingertip-tight. Process the jars in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes to ensure they are sealed properly.

9. 9

   Cool Down

   Remove the jars from the boiling water bath and place them on a clean towel or cooling rack. Allow them to cool completely. Check the seals after 24 hours; the lids should not pop up when pressed.