Ketchup (Catsup) Recipe

Step 3 Bottle

I found this uber-cute bottle at a tiny shop in SF.  It's not too practical for getting the ketchup out, but it serves its iconic purpose. 

You can jar the ketchup as you would anything else, and the heat creates a good seal.  I'm not sure how long this will stand up against the bad things that can invade canned goods.  I'm sure my educated audience will have some answers to this!

I keep in the fridge, and frankly, it's never around long enough for me to find out how long it lasts.  Seriously, this recipe is SO GOOD and SO EASY, that you'll never even think about going back to store bought.  

Have fun, and let me know what wacky creations you come up with!

Comments

[nkliedel]

Because you have white vinegar in there, it should last quite a while. Bad things (bacteria) do not like vinegar. Unopened, a year at least. This sounds great and I will try it!

[gstopngo]

 That looks great!  As a diabetic I'm  always looking for alternatives to the "real" thing.  Will definitely give this a try.  Thanks for the instructable!

[Bryan Smith]

My Grandmother was a diabetic and the doctor said to stay away from tomatoes as they have lots of natural sugar in them.    If it tastes good, spit it out.

[beavercleaver]

I know what you are saying, nothing white can be eaten either.

[sthomas2216]

are you saying that you don't can the finished product but just pour it into a bottle?  Does it stay in your fridge for a week or two?

[surgio98]

 Good question, how long does this last?

[joebert72]

Sound very good and a great base for your own BBQ sauce too.

[rebeccafraker]

I made my own ketchup for years.  Rather than cook it down, I put a teaspoon of oil in the recipe, put it in an open roasting pan, and then put it in the oven overnight at a very very low temperature.  In the morning it is thickened and never scorches.

[somewhiteguy]

You should probably boil the containers before putting anything into them. Look up how to jar things like preserves or really just how to jar food. It will run you through how to make this last long enough for the standard family.