Kramer's Salsa

Kramer's Salsa is the freshest canned salsa I have ever had, and I've had a lot of salsa.

I first sampled this delicious find at the Iowa State Fair this year, and was blown away by the flavor and purchased a jar then and there.

I opened it up last night after having several bad salsa experiences on the way down to my new post in the south, and WOW! What a fantastic blend of flavor and aromas! Made with fresh ingredients like vine ripened tomatoes, garlic, green peppers, and cilantro with just a hint of Italian spice mingling nicely like old friends at a high school reunion. 

My preference is for a medium heat and this medium salsa hits the spot with just the right amount of heat that doesn't over power the flavors and keeps you going back for more!

The ingredients are all natural and taste very fresh, unlike other over-preserved salsas from a jar.

If you find this spicy gem in your Iowa grocery store don't pass it up!  This salsa can also be ordered online at www.KramerSpecialtyFoods.com, which you can bet I will be doing soon!

Corn & Black Bean Salsa

I credit this recipe to the wife of someone I worked with.  Its super quick and easy to make and a huge hit for tailgating and picnics (GO STATE!).  I made this for Jeff and myself last week and he just could not get enough of it!

Corn & Black Bean Salsa

Servings: Makes about 2 quarts of salsa

Prep time: 15 minutes

Ingredients: 

1-15 oz can Bush's Black Beans, drained

1-11 oz can white "shoepeg" corn, drained

1-14  oz. can diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic

1-14 oz can diced tomatoes with mild chiles (or zesty chiles or jalapenos, depending on your "heat" preference). Do not drain the tomatoes.

3/4 cup diced sweet onion

1/2 cup bottled Italian salad dressing

Mix all together, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 1/2 hours, longer is better.  Stir and serve with tortilla chips.  I prefer blue corn chips.