Red Pepper Relish

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Photo: John Kernick
Yield:
Makes 1 1/2 cups

Serve this quick condiment with fresh, tangy goat cheese and crackers for an easy appetizer.

Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil

  • 4 medium red bell peppers, diced small

  • 1 medium red onion, diced small

  • Coarse salt and ground pepper

  • ½ cup red-wine vinegar

  • ¼ cup sugar

  • 1 ½ teaspoons vinegar

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add bell peppers and onion; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables begin to soften, about 6 minutes. Add red-wine vinegar and sugar and simmer until liquid is evaporated and vegetables are tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vinegar. Let cool completely, about 1 hour. To store, refrigerate in an airtight container, up to 4 days.

Cook's Notes

More Ideas for Red Pepper Relish

Stir a spoonful into chicken or tuna salad.
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Spread inside a grilled cheese sandwich before cooking.
Add to a turkey or ham wrap.
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