Ketchup

Ketchup
2 qts. tomato puree
1 1/3 Cups vinegar
1/2 Cup sugar
2 teaspoons whole allspice
2 sticks cinnamon
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Combine puree, vinegar and sugar in a large sauce
pot. Tie whole spices in a cheesecloth bag. Add to
tomato mixture; add remaining ingredients and cook
slowly until as thick as desired, about 45 to 60
minutes. As mixture thickens, stir frequently to
prevent sticking. Remove spice bag. Pour hot into
hot jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space. Adjust caps.
Process 15 minutes in boiling water bath. Yields
about 2 pints.