2 lg., ripe tomatoes, cored and chopped
1 med. onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 c. fresh lime juice
1 jalapeno pepper, stemmed, seeded, and minced (be careful not to burn hands or eyes) or 2 canned whole green chiles
1 tbsp. dry white wine
1 tsp. chili powder
Pinch of ground cumin
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Combine all the ingredients in a medium mixing bowl and let stand at room temperature for 1 hour before serving. Yield: about 1 1/2 cups.