Fresh Salsa

3 TBSP chopped onion, finely chopped
1 garlic cloves, minced
3 large tomatoes, chopped
1 serrano or jalapeno peppers, finely chopped
2-3 TBSP minced cilantro
2 TBSP fresh lime juice or juice from one lime
salt
pepper

Place chopped onion and garlic in strainer, pour 2 cups of boiling water over them and drain (to mellow flavors). Discard water.

Combine onions and garlic with remaining ingredients. Refrigerate 2-4 hours to blend flavors. Makes 2 cups.