My favorite brand of salsa is Herdez. I prefer it because it has all natural ingredients and contains no preservatives.  But it is rather expensive, the current regular price is $3.97 for 24 ounces.

Sometimes Herdez goes on sale, and sometimes coupons are available so the cost can be lowered, but we use so much salsa that it is cost prohibitive.  $4 for three cups.  That comes to $1.33 per cup!

It's silly to buy salsa when you can make your own for a fraction of the cost.   Last week Mr. A made a gallon of salsa, yes, an entire gallon, and the total cost was $4.68.   One quart will cost you $1.08 and a cup costs $0.27.

Cost Comparison

$1.33 for a cup of commercially produced salsa vs. $0.27 for a cup of homemade.

Here's how to make it:

•  6 – 15 ounce cans petite diced tomatoes
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 1 bunch green onions, sliced
• 1/2 head garlic – about six cloves, diced
• 2 Tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 Jalapenos, diced
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1/3 bunch of cilantro, diced

Add one can of tomatoes to your blender and the rest of the ingredients.  Blend coarsely.  Empty the other five cans into a large bowl.  Add the blender contents and mix.

You should end up with a gallon of salsa.  It will keep for weeks as long as you keep it refrigerated.

This salsa recipe goes great with these other recipes:

Cheese Enchiladas

Tacos Make with seasoned hamburger or chicken.

 Steak Burritos Made with Homemade Tortillas

And last but not least – make your own pizza with a Mexican flair.  Simply substitute the regular tomato sauce for salsa.

Are you a hot sauce lover?  What is your favorite brand?  Have you ever made your own?