Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup finely chopped yellow onion
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 1/3 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons prepared Dijon-style mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon each salt and freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
• Pinch of cayenne, optional

Directions

1. Saute chopped onion and minced garlic in olive oil in a small saucepan until tender and golden, about 15 minutes.

2. Add tomato paste and water and blend well. Add celery seeds, thyme, vinegar, mustard, cinnamon and sugar. Season with salt and pepper to taste and cayenne if you use it.

3. Simmer, partially covered, for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste, correct seasoning if necessary, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

Submitted 6/13/05.
Source: The Silver Palate Cookbook
Submitted By: Joy Bowers
ebowers@matnet.com
Barbecue Sauce