2-STEP BARBECUE SAUCE
Makes about 1 quart
Ingredients:
1 medium onion, minced
4 tablespoons margarine
1 bottle (20-24 oz.) ketchup
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
2 tablespoons dark beer (optional) I like to use Guinness
Directions:
Melt margarine in a medium-sized sauce pan and sauté onions until transparent.
Add remaining ingredients in order, stirring constantly, and simmer for about an hour over very low flame (until thickened) over medium heat. Allow to cool and refrigerate.
Chef's Suggestions: Try different sweeteners as a variation. I've found that fruit juices, honey, molasses, canned fruit or even candy (red hots, chocolate chips, lemon drops) work great in barbecue sauce. Just crush the candy and be sure it dissolves completely. If the sauce isn't sweet enough for you, add a little sugar to balance out the tanginess of the vinegar.
