Makes about 1-3/4 cups
This recipe for molasses barbecue sauce is a quick and easy condiment that is delicious with most any meat, but especially pork and chicken. It is one of my favorites. The recipe can be halved or doubled. For additional barbecue sauces, see the similar and related recipes.
Heat the butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onions and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and stir about 1 minute. Add the remaining ingredients. Reduce heat to medium. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Let cool before using.
Notes: Liquid smoke can be found in most grocery stores in the condiment aisle and should not be omitted. As the name suggests, it provides a mild but distinct smoky flavor. I recently discovered dried, powdered smoke which has a much longer shelf life. The bottle I purchased is several years old and still has an intense, smoky flavor. Unfortunately, it is not as easy to find as liquid smoke. Extra barbecue sauce can be frozen for up to six months.
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