Root Barbecue Sauce

Total Time: 24 hrs 30 mins Preparation Time: 24 hrs Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• 1 cup root (don't use sugar-free!)
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 3 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon light molasses
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional, but good to add in)
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2-1 teaspoon garlic powder (i used fresh garlic)
• salt and pepper

Recipe

• 1 if you are adding in onion and garlic, then saute first in a couple tablespoons oil in a heavy saucepan for about 5 minutes until soft.
• 2 add in the remaining ingredients, except salt and pepper; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
• 3 reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 25-30 minutes.
• 4 season with salt and pepper to taste.
• 5 cool to room temperature, cover then chill overnight or tightly covered for up to 2 weeks.