Quick Roasted Red Pepper Relish

Description

Source: THE BIG BOOK OF BACKYARD COOKING - BETTY ROSBOTTOM

Purchased roasted red bell peppers work beautifully in this relish and are a great time saver. They are chopped and sautéed with onions and garlic, then seasoned with vinegar, sugar, and spices. This delicious condiment makes a fine garnish for turkey, beef, or lamb burgers.

Ingredients

• 4   7-ounce jars roasted red bell peppers
• 3   tablespoons olive oil
• 1½ cups chopped yellow onions
• 1   tablespoon minced garlic
• 4½ tablespoons cider vinegar
• 3   tablespoons sugar
• ¼  teaspoon dry mustard
• ¼  teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt

Directions

1. Rinse, drain, and pat roasted bell peppers dry, then chop them.
2. Heat oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
3. Add bell peppers and sauté, stirring, 2 minutes.
4. Add onions and garlic, and cook, stirring, until onions are soft, 3 to 5 minutes.
5. Whisk vinegar and sugar together in a small bowl and add to pepper and onion mixture in the skillet.
6. Stir in mustard, cayenne, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
7. Continue cooking, stirring often, until all the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes more.
8. Cool to room temperature.
9. Taste and season with more salt, if needed. (The relish can be prepared 1 day ahead; cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using.)

YIELD: MAKES ABOUT 2½ CUP