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easy bbq sauce

(1 rating)
Recipe by
terry anne
northern, NJ

so much tastier than bottled!

(1 rating)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 10 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For easy bbq sauce

  • one 6 oz can
    tomato paste
  • 1/3 c
    bourbon (water or chicken stock can substitute)
  • 2 Tbsp
    vinegar
  • 1/3 c
    brown sugar, light
  • 1 Tbsp
    molasses
  • 1 tsp
    coarse salt (kosher)
  • 1/2 tsp
    mustard, ground
  • 1/2 tsp
    garlic powder

How To Make easy bbq sauce

  • 1
    In 1-quart saucepan, mix all ingredients.
  • 2
    Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly with whisk, until mixture comes to a boil
  • 3
    Reduce heat to medium-low; continue cooking and stirring until thickened, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • 4
    Remove from heat. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Tips (If you use water or chicken broth in place of the bourbon. You may need to adjust the seasonings.)
  • 5
    Transfer to an airtight container. (You can use canning jars for storage.) Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
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