* Exported from MasterCook * ANCHO KETCHUP Recipe By : Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Condiments Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 12 ancho peppers -- seeded and stemmed 1/2 white onion -- diced 5 cloves garlic -- minced 6 cups water 5 teaspoons brown sugar -- packed 2 tablespoons ground cumin 2 cups tomato paste Kosher salt -- to taste fresh ground pepper -- to taste Place peppers, onion, garlic in lg. saucepan; cover w/water. Bring to a boil over high heat; simmer 15 min. or till peppers have absorbed some liquid & are soft. Remove peppers, onion, garlic w/slotted spoon; transfer to food processor or blender. Add brown s ugar, cumin, tomato paste & 1 cup of the liquid peppers were cooked in. Puree, adding more pepper liquid till you reach the desired consistency. Adjust seasoning w/salt, pepper, & more brown sugar if desired. Spoon ketchup into glass container; store in fridge till ready to use.