Shelly's Recipe

HONEY BBQ SAUCE

Category: Sauces - Miscellaneous

2 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions
2 tbsp finely chopped garlic
1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp chili powder and ground coriander
3 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tbsp hot pepper sauce
1 tbsp dried oregano
2 tsp ground cumin
2 bay leaves
1 tsp dry thyme
1 tsp pepper
4 tbsp honey
1/2 to 1 tbsp salt, or to taste

Heat oil in a saucepan and add onions, cooking until wilted. Add garlic and cook briefly. Add remaining ingredients and simmer, stirring often, about 30 minutes. Let sauce cool and use for basting. Refrigerates well.