By Kelly Bogard

Happy birthday, America! The Fourth of July holiday is almost here and celebration preparations are in full swing. Barbecue, all the trimmings, a good dessert. You name it, and it probably has a place on a Texas kitchen table.

In the Lone Star State, we like our choices. Of sauce. Or no sauce at all.

Some say it’s a must. Others think it’s a sin. But good barbecue sauce has its place. And I have the perfect homemade recipe for you to try out this weekend.

For Barbecue Sauce you will need…Barbecue sauce
3 cloves garlic
1 yellow onion, sliced
2 c. ketchup
1/2 c. butter, salted
1/2 c. apple cider vinegar
1/2 c. brown sugar
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1 tsp red chili flakes
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/4 tsp paprika
1 lemon, juiced

This sauce is a little sweet. And a little spicy. But not too much of either one. It’s great as a dip for sausage and brisket or as a final baste on a nice, juicy piece of chicken.

Using a blender or food processor, puree the onion and garlic until small chunks remain.
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Add the pureed vegetables to the ketchup and set aside.
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Melt the butter in a small pot. Once melted, mix in the ketchup mixture.
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Stir in the vinegar, lemon juice and brown sugar.
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Add in the remaining ingredients and simmer over medium-low heat for 30 minutes.
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Move the cooked sauce back to the food processor and pulse to make sure all ingredients are well-combined and smooth. Serve immediately or store refrigerated for up to two weeks.
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This is a great addition to any summer barbecue. Whether you sauce or not, we hope you have a safe and fun holiday. From all of us at Texas Table Top, enjoy!

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Recipe: Barbecue Sauce

Summary: Sweet, spicy and tangy sauce for your summer barbecue 

Ingredients

Barbecue sauce

  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 yellow onion, sliced
  • 2 c. ketchup
  • 1/2 c. butter, salted
  • 1/2 c. apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 c. brown sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp red chili flakes
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1 lemon, juiced

Instructions

  • Puree the onion and garlic until smooth.
  • Add the vegetables to the ketchup and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a small sauce pan.
  • Mix in the ketchup mixture.
  • Add the vinegar, lemon juice and brown sugar.
  • Stir in remaining spices.
  • Simmer over medium-low heat for 30 minutes.
  • Move the cooked sauce back to the food processor and blend until well-combined and smooth.
  • Serve warm or refrigerate for up to two weeks.

Cooking time (duration): 0 hour(s), 30 minutes

Number of servings (yield): 3 Cups

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