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Molasses Barbecue Sauce

This molasses and bourbon sauce is a good alternative to store-bought sauces that rely heavily on artificial sweeteners and flavorings. Deep and dark, this sauce is a winner with burgers and beef.


Molasses Barbecue Sauce
source Williams Sonoma
categories sauce
yield 1 cup
prep time
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INGREDIENTS
  • ½ cup cider vinegar
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • ¼ cup bourbon
  • ¼ cup firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 2 Tbs. tomato ketchup
  • 1 Tbs. dry mustard
  • 1 tsp. granulated garlic
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1 tsp. allspice
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. freshly ground pepper
  • ½ tsp. ground cinnamon
  • Hot-pepper sauce, to taste

    • INSTRUCTIONS
  • 1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the vinegar, molasses, bourbon, brown sugar, ketchup, mustard, granulated garlic, chili powder, oregano, allspice, salt, pepper, cinnamon and hot-pepper sauce. Bring to a boil, whisking to dissolve the sugar. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the sauce thickens, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • 2. Use immediately, or cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 1 week

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