Bourbon BBQ Sauce

Ingredients:

• 1/2 onion, minced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3/4 cup bourbon whiskey
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/2 tbsp salt
• 2 cups ketchup (Whataburger Spicy Ketchup is great)
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp liquid smoke flavoring
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

Directions:

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, combine the onion, garlic, and whiskey. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until onion is translucent. Mix in the ground black pepper, salt, ketchup, tomato paste, vinegar, liquid smoke, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and hot pepper sauce.
2. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20 minutes. Run sauce through a strainer if you prefer a smooth sauce.
3. Makes 4 cups (16 servings).