Sofrito

2 Tbl. olive oil 1½ cups diced white onions 1 cup diced green pepper ½ cup diced red pepper 4 cloves minced garlic 1 can 8 oz. diced or crushed tomato 2 bunches of finely chopped cilantro 1 Tbl. oregano 2 ts. salt 1 ts. black pepper ½ ts. red pepper

Saute onions, peppers & garlic i olive oil until transparent. Place with tomatoes and cilantro into a blender or food processor. Puree so that no chunks remain. Thoroughly mix in remaining seasonings. Retain the amount you will use within 2 weeks in an airtight container, anything more should be frozen.