Picante Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

16 c. fresh tomatoes
4 c. chopped onions
2 c. chopped bell peppers
2 c. chopped hot peppers
1 1/2 c. white vinegar
3 tsp. garlic powder
3/4 tsp. oregano
2 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. alum
5 tsp. salt

Preparation

Mix all ingredients in large kettle.
Bring to a boil.
Reduce to simmer and cook 1 1/2 hours, uncovered.
Stir frequently to keep from sticking.
Pour hot sauce immediately into jars according to correct canning procedures.
Makes 8 to 10 pints.