Kansas City Style Sweet and Tangy BBQ Sauce
Submitted By: Taz


Ingredients:

1 (8oz) Can Tomato Sauce
1 Cup Dark Brown Sugar
¼ Cup Tomato Paste
¼ Cup Molasses
¼ Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
¼ Cup Pineapple Juice
2 Tbs Worcestershire Sauce
1 Tbs Mustard Powder
1 Tbs Paprika
2 tsp Coarse Sea Salt (can substitute kosher salt if desired)
1 tsp Garlic Powder
½ tsp Onion Powder
½ tsp Fresh Ground Black Pepper
½ - 1 tsp Liquid Smoke - amount to taste (OPTIONAL)
⅛ tsp Cayenne Pepper - or to taste

Preparation:
  1. Place all of the ingredients into a medium, non-reactive saucepan and whisk until smooth
  2. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil (make sure to stir occasionally)
  3. As soon as a boil is reached, reduce to a gentle simmer, and allow to cook (stirring frequently) for 10-25 minutes until thickened to your liking - Add a bit of water to thin consistency if necessary
  4. Use immediately or allow to completely cool and transfer to airtight container(s) which can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 60 days or frozen for up to 6 months