Basic BBQ Sauce

This recipe uses 24 oz. of Ketchup so you'll have plenty to spare. Trust me, you will want this on everything. This is a really basic recipe that you can spice up using bourbon, Cajun seasoning, Italian herbs, steak sauce, or just enjoy it plain.

1 T + 1 1/2 t Olive Oil

6 Cloves Garlic

1 1/2 small onions; finely chopped

1 T + 1 1/2 t Mustard Powder

1 1/2 t Red Pepper Flakes

3 T Brown Sugar

24 oz. Ketchup

1/2 c Worcestershire Sauce

1/2 c Cider Vinegar

1 T + 1 1/2 t Molasses

1/2 t Black Pepper

3 T Hot Sauce (not Tabasco)

1. Saute onion & garlic in olive oil.
2. Add remaining ingredients & mix well.
3. Use immediately or simmer to desired consistency.

Only need about a cup of sauce? Use the measurements below to make just what you need.

3/4 teaspoon olive oil

1 clove garlic

1/2 onion, chopped

3/4 teaspoon mustard powder

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1 3/4 teaspoons brown sugar

1 cup ketchup

1 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire

1 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar

3/4 teaspoon molasses

1/8 teaspoon pepper

1/4 teaspoon hot sauce (not Tabasco)