Homemade Barbecue Sauce

Method

1. 1

   In a medium-sized saucepan, heat oil over medium-low heat. Add the onion and sauté until slightly softened. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring continuously. Add the ketchup and stir. Once heated, add the molasses and sugar. Stir continuously to mix. Add the spices (chili powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, oregano). Stir until heated. Add the mustard and the apple cider vinegar. Mix well and cook until heated through. Add the liquid smoke and cook for about 5 minutes. Let cool and add contents to the blender. Process until the barbecue sauce is smooth. Once it’s been blended, return the contents to the saucepan and cook down for about 5 minutes more, stirring frequently. The sauce is now ready to use. If making ahead… cover tightly and refrigerate. Use BBQ sauce within two weeks’ time.

2. 2

   This recipe is ideal for barbecue chicken, ribs, steak, burgers, pulled pork, and more.

3. 3

   Barbecue-Parmesan corn on the cob: Boil fresh sweet corn on the cob just until cooked. (About 5 to 10 minutes). Place corn in an ice bath to immediately cool. Drain and dry the corn cobs. Place each cob on individual pieces of non-stick foil. Brush all sides with a combination of melted butter and homemade barbecue sauce. Sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over top. Tightly seal the corn in the foil. Place them on the barbecue grill or in a preheated oven until heated through and cheese is melted. (Typically, about 10 minutes at 350-degrees F. – or until done – turning halfway through cooking time). Let cool for a few minutes. Take care when removing the foil as corn will be hot. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro or parsley.