PICO DE GALLO (about 2-1/2 cups)

1 pound plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped

1 cup chopped onion

6 tablespoons (packed) chopped fresh cilantro

¼ cup fresh lime juice

2 large garlic cloves, minced

1-1/4 tablespoons minced, seeded jalapeno chiles

1. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and toss to blend well. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Let stand at least 30 minutes for flavors to develop.

from Bon Appetit Magazine, February, 2000