Lemon-Brown Sugar Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 cups ketchup
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
• 6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoons liquid smoke
• 2 teaspoons dry mustard
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Combine the ketchup, brown sugar, lemon zest and juice, molasses, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, mustard, onion powder and pepper in a non-reactive saucepan and whisk to mix.

2. 2

   Gradually bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat and let simmer until thick and flavourful, 8-10 minutes. Taste for seasoning, adding more lemon juice if necessary. Transfer the sauce to a bowl or clean jars and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate the sauce, covered, until serving time; let it return to room temperature before using. The sauce can be refrigerated, covered, for several weeks. Makes about 3 cups.