1/2 cup vinegar
1 cup ketchup
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1 tsp cayenne
2 tbsp liquid barbecue smokeae
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tsp dry mustard
2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup butter
1 salt, to taste
Directions
Combine in saucepan and simmer slowly for 30 min. to blend flavors.
Brush on any meat orchicken as it grills and serve with cooked meat
as well. Makes two cups.
Servings: 1 servings
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Categories: Barbeque; Bbq; Beef; Sauce
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