Sweet Tomato Ketchup

I was searching for a healthy ketchup several years ago when I was trying to avoid conventional ketchup with non-organic ingredients, sugar, corn syrup, etc. and came up with this fast and easy recipe for a healthy homemade version. It is not only a great substitute for ketchup, but works great as a glaze over your favorite lentil loaf (or any bean or meatloaf).

Ingredients:
​Please buy organic ingredients whenever possible, for you and the planet!

• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, soaked for 15 minutes
• 1 red pepper, seeds removed and cut into 1” pieces
• 1/3 cup sesame seeds
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 clove garlic, removing core
• 2 tablespoons fresh-squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon ground flax seed
• 4 dates, soaked 15 minutes, pitted
• 2 teaspoons paprika

Directions:

1. Drain the sun-dried tomatoes, reserving the water from soaking.
   
2. Place all ingredients in high-speed blender and blend on high until smooth.
   
3. ​​Add some of the reserved soak-water if necessary to reach desired consistency.

This ketchup keeps well in the refrigerator for 5-7 days, but if you make more than you will use in that time, it freezes well. Just place in ice cube trays and transfer to plastic freezer bags after they are frozen solid. Thaw in the refrigerator at room temperature before using. 

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