Texas style bbq sauce

1 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
½poundsPickling spices
1teaspoonWhole cloves
1eachMedium Onion, chopped
2eachesStalks Celery, chopped
36ouncesKetchup
½cupChili Sauce
1quartWater
½cupCider vinegar
1tablespoonDry mustard
½cupWorcestershire Sauce
½cupLight Brown Sugar, packed
¼tablespoonGarlic, powder
1tablespoonSalt, to taste
1tablespoonTabasco
2tablespoonsLemon Juice

Directions

Tie pickling spices and cloves loosely in cheesecloth bag. Combine all ingredients in a heavy pot; heat to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer slowly, about 1½ hours. Remove from heat; cool partially. Remove spice bag. Pour mixture into blender and blend until smooth. Cover until ready to serve.

From: The Great Barbecue Companion, Mops, Sops, Sauces, and Rubs by Bruce Bjorkman