Lemon BBQ sauce

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of ketchup
  • ½ cup light or dark brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
  • 6 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, or more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons of molasses
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 ½ teaspoon smoked seasoning, such as Liquid Smoke (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Combine ingredients (including Liquid Smoke, if desired) in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until a thick sauce forms.
  3. Taste and add lemon juice as needed.
  4. Transfer the sauce to a clean bowl or jar and let cool to room temperature.
  5. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
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