1/2 bushel tomatoes (about 26 lbs.) 6 garlic cloves (minced garlic) 6 med. onions, chopped 1 c. chopped parsley (flakes) 1/2 c. packed brown sugar 1/4 c. sugar 3 tbsp. oregano leaves 2 tbsp. basil 1 tsp. pepper 10 pt. jars or 5 qt. jars Cut off stem ends and cut tomatoes into large chunks. Heat tomatoes to boiling; stirring frequently. Reduce heat and simmer 15 to 30 minutes until tomatoes are very soft, stirring occasionally. Fill blender 3/4 full with cooked tomatoes at a time - blend at high sped until tomatoes are very juicy but not pureed. Into large bowl press tomatoes through sieve - discard seeds and skins. |