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Chipotle Salsa

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This super easy, chipotle salsa recipe is a quick and easy alternative to store-bought salsa, and can be made with ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. Make it as spicy or mild as you like by adjusting the amount of chipotle peppers. Makes 2 pints.

Ingredients

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  • 1 small sweet onion, cut into chunks (or 1/2 large)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced (about 1/2 tablespoon)
  • 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 1 10-ounce can petite diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 2 large handfuls fresh cilantro (about 1/2 bunch)
  • 2 chipotle peppers (from a can in adobo sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt

Instructions

  1. Pulse the onion and garlic a few times in a food processor or blender.
  2. Add remaining ingredients and continue pulsing until you’ve reached your desired texture.
  3. Adjust seasoning, if necessary.
  4. Transfer salsa to mason jars, or container of choice, and store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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