SUPER BOWL SALSA

            2½ cups celery, sliced very thin
            28 ounce can whole peeled tomatoes and juice, chopped
            1 medium cucumber, peeled, seeded, chopped
            19 ounce can chick peas, pureed
            1 cup cilantro, chopped
            4 ounces green chilis, chopped
            ½ cup scallions, green onions, sliced very thin
            2 cloves garlic, minced
            ½ teaspoon sugar
            1 tablespoon vinegar
            1 teaspoon cumin
            1 teaspoon dried oregano
            1 tablespoon, or less, hot sauce
            2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

Yields about 2 quarts

Combine all ingredients, cover and refrigerate. Best made day before.

Serve with taco chips and miniature pita bread halves.