v-8 vegetable juice

V-8 Vegetable Juice

Source: Sunset magazine 

• 15 pounds fully ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cups celery, chopped
• 3 large onions, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced/mashed
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar, or to taste
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 3/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish
• 1/3 cup lemon juice
• Worcestershire sauce, to taste

Over medium high heat bring the vegetables to a boil and boil gently for about 20 minutes.

In a covered blender (food processor) and a portion at a time process until smooth. Strain and discard pulp. Add seasonings and bring to just under boiling if canning, or chill and freeze. Yields about 6 quarts.