Easy and Quick Barbecue Sauce
"This is very fast and simple; basic but a family favorite. I've included tips for "kicking it up a notch". We use this all year long, either for grilling or broiling."
- Ready In:
- 7mins
- Ingredients:
- 7
- Yields:
-
2 cups
ingredients
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1⁄4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1⁄4 cup yellow mustard
- 1⁄4 cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1⁄4 cup finely chopped onion (optional)
- 1⁄4 cup finely chopped bell pepper (optional)
- 1⁄4 cup finely chopped celery (optional)
directions
- Combine first four ingredients in microwave safe 2-cup measure or bowl.
- (If adding any of the optional ingredients, saute in small saucepan, then add the first four ingredients.) Stir to combine completely and microwave on high for 1-2 minutes to melt sugar and combine flavors.
- (Or simmer on stove until warmed and well combined) That's it: grill chicken, pork, steak, salmon, or shrimp and brush sauce on as desired.
- Ideas: Use different mustards to change the flavor; add 1/2-1 teaspoon cayenne to spice it up; use 1 teaspoon each of dried onion, peppers, celery flakes if you don't want to use fresh.
- I usually set aside one cup of the sauce for extra dipping prior to grilling.
- (Boil the sauce for 2-3 minutes if your basting brush has touched the rare food and gone back into the sauce.).
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Reviews
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My dad used to make this when we were kids. He'd cook it with chipped imported ham and serve it on hamburger buns. EXCELLENT! -
Wasn't quite what I expected. It was sweet and tangy VERY GOOD! It worked well for the barbecue sauce for pulled pork! Thanks! Mo -
Saved the day!! I needed BBQ sauce last minute. Didn't have a lot of time and not much in the frdge either. This lived up to it's name, it was definately quick and easy. Thanks!
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My husband, Allen, and I have been married over 30 years, and we have two young adult children. I didn't really know how to cook when we first married, but Allen was such a willing guinea pig, and so supportive of my efforts, that cooking and baking became a passion. I like to try new recipes and my family enjoys eating them (most of the time!). I work full time as a teacher consultant and really enjoy working with students with special needs.
