Kansas City BBQ Sauce

Kansas City BBQ Sauce

Kansas City is world famous for their barbecue. Here’s a great sauce that will go with any meat you wish to grill or BBQ. 

2 cups ketchup 

2 cups tomato sauce 

1 1/2 cups dark brown sugar 

1/2 cup unsulfured molasses 

4 tsp. liquid smoke 

1/4 cup apple cider vinegar 

3 Tbsp. butter 

1/2 tsp. garlic powder 

1/2 tsp. onion powder 

1/4 tsp. chili pepper powder

1 tsp. paprika

1/4 tsp. cinnamon 

1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper 

1 tsp. salt 

1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper 

In 3-quart saucepan over medium heat, combine ketchup, tomato sauce, dark brown sugar, molasses, liquid smoke, vinegar and butter. Heat to a simmer. 

Add all remaining ingredients and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, depending on the thickness of sauce desired. 

Brush on meat during the last 10 minutes of cooking. Can also be used as table condiment