Fresh Salsa
3 T. finely chopped onion
2 small cloves garlic (minced)
3 large ripe tomatoes (peeled and seeds removed and chopped)
2 hot Chile peppers, Serrano or jalapeño (finely chopped)
2 to 3 T. minced cilantro
1½  to 2 T. lime juice
salt and pepper

Put chopped onion and garlic in a strainer; pour 2 cups boiling water over them then let drain through. Discard water. Cool. Combine onions and garlic with chopped tomatoes, peppers, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours to blend flavors.

Makes about 2 cups of salsa.

Diana Ness
Waukon