1

can (14.5 oz)

diced tomatoes, undrained

1

clove

garlic, peeled and minced

1

Med

onion, chopped

1

tsp

chipotle chilli powder OR cayenne pepper, a poor substitute

1/8

tsp

cloves

1/8

tsp

cinnamon

2

Tbs

dark brown sugar

1/4

cup

vinegar

1

whole

jalapeño pepper - (to 2), seeded, and chopped

1/2

tsp

salt, approximately

1

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine all ingredients.

2

Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 1 hour

3

Taste and adjust salt if needed

4

Let mixture cool slightly, then pour into a blender or food processor, you can blend from chunky to smooth depending on what you are using the sauce for.

5

Now pour the blended mixture back into the sauce pan and simmer until thickened to the consistency you want. I like smooth sauce to be thicker than chunky sauce. Approximately 30 minutes.

6

Let mixture cool down, then refrigerate for a couple hours before serving.