Easy Homemade Barbecue Sauce

This easy homemade barbecue sauce strikes the perfect balance between sweet, tangy, smokey, and just the right amount of heat. Try it on just about everything from ribs, chicken, or even shrimp!

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 30

Total Time 35

Servings servings

Author Sabra - This Mom's Menu

Ingredients

15 oz Tomato Sauce
6 oz Tomato Paste
⅓ cup Apple Cider Vinegar
¼ cup Honey or Maple Syrup
2 teaspoon Molasses
2 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
½ teaspoon Salt
½ teaspoon Black Pepper
1 teaspoon Paprika
½ teaspoon Onion Powder
½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
½ teaspoon Cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon Ground Cayenne or to taste

Instructions

Combine all of the ingredients in a large sauce pan. Stir until smooth and well combined.
Heat to a low boil over medium high heat, stirring frequently. Once it reaches a boil, reduce to low and simmer, covered for 20 minutes.
You can serve it immediately or allow it to cool and store in a sealed jar in the fridge for later!

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