Don Pablo's Salsa Fresca

Recipe from: Lucky
Servings: 6 to 8

2 1/2 cups canned diced tomatoes
1/4 cup red or white onion, chopped
1/2 cup tomato paste
2 cups water
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sugar
2 cups canned diced tomatoes (Fresh, diced tomatoes may be substitu ted for diced canned tomatoes)
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, finely minced (optional)

Place tomatoes, onions, tomato paste, water, garlic powder, cilantro, cumin, salt and sugar in a blender or food processor. Puree until smooth.  Add remaining measure of tomatoes and mix until blended. Add optional jalapeno peppers to taste.