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Smoky Kansas City BBQ Sauce

A thick, sweet, and tangy tomato-molasses sauce with a whisper of smoke that lacquers ribs, brisket, and pulled pork to perfection.

35 minutes
Serves 12
Dinner

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a medium saucepan, whisk together the ketchup, cider vinegar, molasses, brown sugar, tomato paste, Worcestershire, and mustard until smooth.

  2. 2

    Whisk in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne.

  3. 3

    Set the pan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to keep the sugars from scorching on the bottom.

  4. 4

    Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring every few minutes, until the sauce thickens enough to coat a spoon and turns deep glossy red.

  5. 5

    Remove from the heat and let cool for 10 minutes; the sauce will thicken further as it stands. Store refrigerated in a sealed jar for up to 2 weeks.

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