Glorified Ketchup (Tomato Condiment)

• 12 cup diced canned tomato, undrained
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 teaspoons cognac or 2 teaspoons brandy
• 1 tablespoon vegetable stock or 1 tablespoon water
• salt, to taste
• fresh ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil

1. Combine all the ingredients in a small, non-reactive saucepan.
2. Bring to a boil over high heat.
3. Immediately reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for about 3 minutes.
4. Remove the pan from the heat and cool the mixture slightly.
5. Transfer the tomato mixture to a food processor and blend to a smooth puree.
6. Or use a hand held immersion blender to puree.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
8. Can be served warm, cold or at room temperature.
9. Refrigerate any leftovers.

tomato, ketchup, cognac, vegetable stock, salt, fresh ground black pepper, extra virgin olive oil

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/glorified-ketchup-tomato-condiment-140232 (may not work)