Bell Pepper Salsa

Ingredients

• 1.5 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 
• 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh
• 2 cloves garlic chopped
• 0.3 cup green onions chopped
• 1 teaspoon olive oil 
• 1 cup bell peppers red coarsely chopped
• 4 servings salt 
• 0.3 teaspoon sugar 
• 1 cup firm-ripe tomatoes coarsely chopped

Equipment

• food processor
• frying pan
• oven
• blender
• aluminum foil

Directions

1. In an 8- or 9-inch square pan, combine 1 cup coarsely chopped firm-ripe tomatoes, 1 cup coarsely chopped red bell peppers, 2 cloves chopped garlic, and 1 teaspoon olive oil. Cover tightly with foil.
2. Bake in a 350 oven until tomatoes mash easily, 50 to 60 minutes.
3. Pour vegetable mixture into a blender or food processor.
4. Add 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, 1/3 cup chopped green onions, 1 1/2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon sugar. Whirl until coarsely pured.
5. Add salt to taste.