According to MenuCochon: For a grandmother's homemade ketchup recipe that is sweeter, replace white vinegar with apple cider vinegar. Add grated apple for a natural sweet touch. Sterilize jars for 10 minutes in boiling water to extend preservation.

Why make your own ketchup at home?

According to MenuCochon: Without additives or preservatives Customizable to taste (spicier, sweeter…) Perfect for using up fresh garden tomatoes An easy homemade ketchup recipe even for those with little cooking experience

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Mise en conserve / Congélation

Homemade Ketchup (Grand-Mère Bilodeau)

Name: Homemade Ketchup (Grand-Mère Bilodeau)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 500 portions
Cuisine: Mise en conserve / Congélation
Ingredients: 1,5 kg very ripe fresh tomatoes; 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 g crushed garlic cloves; 100 ml white vinegar or cider vinegar; 60 g sugar (white or brown); 1 tbsp salt; 1/2 c. a café cinnamon; 1/2 c. a café ground clove; 1 pinch Cayenne pepper (optional for a thicker texture); 1 tbsp tomato paste (optional for a thicker texture)

Prep15 min

Cook60 min

Servings500

DifficultyMedium

By Menucochon|

July 8, 2025

|Updated: Feb 2, 2026

Want to recover the old-fashioned taste with a homemade condiment ? Discover this homemade ketchup recipe from grandma, simple and savory, made with fresh tomatoes. A quick preparation, ideal for lovers of authentic and healthy products.

Preparation

Instructions

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Step 1
Prepare the tomatoes: Wash, seed and chop the tomatoes into pieces. There is no need to peel them if you plan on blending them finely.
Step 2
Cook the base: In a large saucepan, sauté the onion and garlic in oil for 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, salt, and spices.
Step 3
Simmer: Cook on medium-low heat for approximately 45 to 60 minutes, stirring regularly. The tomatoes should be well reduced.
Step 4
Blend: Use a manual blender or a food processor to achieve a smooth texture.
Step 5
Add consistency if necessary: Return to the saucepan, add tomato puree (optional) and cook for an additional 5 to 10 minutes.
Step 6
Store in jars: For hot ketchup in sterilized jars. Seal tightly. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks, or several months if well preserved.

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Preparing your own homemade ketchup with fresh tomatoes is not only simple, but also incredibly satisfying. This easy homemade ketchup recipe, inspired by the traditions of our grandmothers, allows you to savor a condiment without additives, full of flavor and made with love. Whether for accompanying fries, burgers or cooking, this quick homemade ketchup will soon become an essential in your kitchen. Try it once… and you'll never return to store-bought ketchup !

Frequently Asked Questions

2 questions about this recipe

For a grandmother's homemade ketchup recipe that is sweeter, replace white vinegar with apple cider vinegar.
Add grated apple for a natural sweet touch.
Sterilize jars for 10 minutes in boiling water to extend preservation.