Jim goode's bbq mop

6 cups

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
4cupsBeef broth
2Bay leaves
1teaspoonDried oregano
2tablespoonsUnsalted butter
¼cupOnions; chopped
¼cupCelery; chopped
¼cupGreen bell pepper; chopped
¼cupGarlic, minced
2tablespoonsJim Goode's Beef Rub-see rcp
½teaspoonDry mustard
½teaspoonSalt
½teaspoonWhite pepper
½teaspoonBlack pepper
¼teaspoonCayenne
2Lemons; finely grated zest--
AND juice
2tablespoonsSoy sauce
2tablespoonsWhite-wine vinegar
1tablespoonOlive oil
1tablespoonSesame oil
1poundsBacon; finely chopped

Directions

NOTE: This could be the most sensational baste ever. The smoky bacon leands great depth of flavor. Organize ingredients and it's easy.

1) Bring broth, bay leaves and oregano to a boil, reduce to a simmer.

Melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add onions, celery, green pepper, garlic Beef Rub, mustard, salt, white and black pepper, and cayenne. Cook until browned, about 5 - 7 minutes, then add to broth along with the lemon zest, juice, soy sauce, vinegar and the oils. Stir to mix.

2) Cook bacon in a nonstick pan until soft. Add bacon and drippings to sauce. Continue simmering until the broth is reduced by a fourth,

about 45 - 60 minutes. Baste away! Per ounce: 32 calories, 3 g fat, 4 mg cholesterol.

Goode's Company Texas Barbecue, Houston, Tx May 95, Parade magazine posted by teri chesser May 95

Submitted By TERI CHESSER On 5-27-95