Tangy Pepper Relish

Combine the coarsely chopped red pepper, coarsely chopped green pepper, and slivered garlic clove in a large saucepan or skillet.

Add the white vinegar, salad oil, sugar, salt, freshly ground black pepper, dried basil leaves, and hot sauce to the peppers and garlic.

Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to combine the ingredients evenly.

Reduce heat to medium and continue simmering the relish, stirring frequently, until the peppers are softened but still retain some texture and the liquid has reduced slightly.

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the relish cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally to help it cool faster.

Transfer the cooled relish to serving bowls or storage containers, adjusting seasoning with additional salt or hot sauce if desired. Serve as a condiment or side dish.