2 tbsp butter or margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, peeled and crushed
2 tbsp finely chopped green pepper
3/4 cup catsup
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 tsp dry mustard
1/4 cup firm packed dark brown sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1 drop (few) tabasco sauce,to taste
Directions
1. Place butter, onion, garlic and green pepper in a deep, 1 1/2-
quart heat-resistant, non-metallic casserole and heat in Microwave
Oven 3 minutes or until tender. Stir occasionally. 2. Add remaining
ingredients; stir well to combine. 3. Heat, uncovered, in Microwave
Oven 2 minutes or until sauce bubbles. Serve over meat or poultry.
Makes 2 1/4 cups
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Barbeque; Bbq; Beef; Microwave; Sauce
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