Bbq Sauce Recipe
Our house-made BBQ sauce, available in sweet and spicy.
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Ingredients
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BBQ Sauce Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, honey, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 2
Simmer the Sauce
Heat the saucepan over medium heat until the mixture begins to simmer, stirring frequently.
- 3
Adjust Seasoning
Once simmering, taste the sauce and add salt as needed. If you prefer it sweeter, add more honey or brown sugar.
- 4
Cook Down
Reduce heat to low and let the sauce cook for another 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened to your liking.
- 5
Cool and Store
Remove from heat and let the sauce cool. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
