Cherry Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Cherry Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup canned low-salt chicken broth; 1/3 cup cherry preserves; 1/3 cup orange juice; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 cup ruby Port; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1/4 cup orange marmalade; 1 tablespoon ketchup; Generous pinch of cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup canned low-salt chicken broth
1/3 cup cherry preserves
1/3 cup orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 cup ruby Port
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup orange marmalade
1 tablespoon ketchup
Generous pinch of cayenne pepper

1
Combine chicken broth, cherry preserves, orange juice, lemon juice, lemon peel, cinnamon, and cloves in heavy medium saucepan.
2
Boil over medium-high heat until broth mixture is reduced to 1 1/2 cups, about 6 minutes.
3
Whisk Port and cornstarch in small bowl to blend.
4
Whisk Port-cornstarch mixture, orange marmalade, and ketchup into reduced broth mixture.
5
Bring to simmer over medium heat, whisking constantly.
6
Simmer until flavors blend and sauce thickens slightly, whisking frequently, about 5 minutes.
7
Season sauce to taste with salt, pepper, and cayenne.
8
Serve warm or at room temperature.
9
(Can be made 1 day ahead.
10
Cover and refrigerate.
11
Bring to room temperature or rewarm over low heat before using.)

135

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup canned low-salt chicken broth, 1/3 cup cherry preserves, 1/3 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Cherry Barbecue Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cherry Barbecue Sauce

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