Ingredients:

• – 2 cups chopped tomatoes (fresh or canned)
• – 1 cup chopped cabbage
• – 1 cup chopped carrots
• – 1 cup chopped celery
• – 1/2 cup chopped onion
• – 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
• – 2 cloves garlic, minced
• – 1 tsp salt
• – 1/4 tsp black pepper
• – 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a large pot.

2. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.

3. Use an immersion blender or regular blender to puree mixture until smooth.

4. Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove solids.

5. Transfer juice to a clean pot and bring to a boil.

6. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

7. Remove from heat and let cool.

8. Refrigerate or can juice for later use.

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Canning Instructions:

1. Sterilize jars and lids in boiling water for 10 minutes.

2. Fill hot, sterilized jars with juice, leaving 1/4 inch headspace.

3. Process jars in boiling water bath for 20 minutes.

4. Remove jars from water bath and let cool.

5. Store sealed jars in a cool, dark place.

Note: This recipe makes about 4-6 cups of juice, depending on desired consistency. You can adjust ingredient quantities to taste.