This recipe adds a hearty flavor to meat and on sandwiches.  Cinnamon, cloves and chili flakes are added to the sauce to zest up the sweetness of the tomatoes.

Make a big batch in canning season when tomatoes are cheap for the winter months.

6 large tomatoes

1 coarsely chopped onion

1/2 cup vinegar

1/2 cup water

1 cup sugar

1 tsp pepper

1 tsp salt

1 tsp cinnamon

1 tsp cloves

If desired add 1 tsp of dried chili flakes

Boil together until thick, stirring occasionally.  Pour into hot sterilized jars and seal using preferred canning method.