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Old-Time Down Home Hickory Ridge Good Ol' Boys Pit

Name: Old-Time Down Home Hickory Ridge Good Ol' Boys Pit Barbecue Sauce(Grandpaw Heber'S)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 Tbsp. cooking oil, fat or grease; 2 big handfuls of ketchup (maybe more); 1/2 c. cider vinegar; 1 c. brown sugar; 2 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce; 1 Tbsp. hot sauce; 1 bay leaf; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 2 c. water (more if you like sauce thin)

Try this homemade Old-Time Down Home Hickory Ridge Good Ol' Boys Pit Barbecue Sauce(Grandpaw Heber'S) recipe the whole family will love. Made with onion…

This Old-Time Down Home Hickory Ridge Good Ol' Boys Pit Barbecue Sauce(Grandpaw Heber'S) relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as medium onion, chopped, cooking oil, fat or grease, cider vinegar and brown sugar. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 364 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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

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