1 (12 oz.) can tomato paste
2 sm. to med. onions
2-3 sm. green bell peppers
1/2 c. chopped black olives
1 (16 oz.) can stewed tomatoes
4-5 fresh jalapeno peppers OR same canned (fresh preferred)
1 tbsp. crushed red pepper
1 tbsp. basil
1/2 tsp. tarragon
2 tbsp. lemon juice
5-6 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 tbsp. oregano

Finely chop onions, green pepper. Mince garlic (or crush finely). Dice stewed tomatoes and jalapenos (handle very carefully or wear gloves! - will burn skin if not cautious). Combine and mix well with all other ingredients. Let stand 1 hour. Chill.

Serve as garnish for tacos and other Mexican dishes, or as a spicy dip with corn tortilla chips. Also excellent with nachos!