Mild Tomato Hot Sauce

 

1

medium onion, cut into thick slices

1

green bell pepper, cut into eighths

2

cloves garlic

1

can (28 oz) Muir Glen® organic fire roasted crushed tomatoes, undrained

1

jalapeño chile, seeded, chopped

1/2

cup chopped fresh cilantro

1/4

cup balsamic vinegar

1

tablespoon lime juice

1

teaspoon sugar

1

teaspoon salt

• 1 Heat gas or charcoal grill. Place onion, bell pepper and garlic in grill basket (grill “wok”). Place basket on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 10 to 15 minutes, stirring vegetables occasionally, until tender.
• 2 In blender, place remaining ingredients. Add grilled vegetables. Cover; blend on high speed until pureed.
• 3 Transfer sauce to jars or resealable containers. Cover; refrigerate 8 hours or overnight to blend flavors.