Root Beer Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Root Beer Barbecue Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup root beer (reserved from Root Beer Game Hens); 1 cup ketchup; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, or more to taste; 1/4 cup fresh orange juice; 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar, or to taste; 1 tablespoon molasses; 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke; 1/4 teaspoon each powdered ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup root beer (reserved from Root Beer Game Hens)
1 cup ketchup
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, or more to taste
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar, or to taste
1 tablespoon molasses
1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
1/4 teaspoon each powdered ginger, garlic powder, onion powder, and freshly ground black pepper

1
Combine all the ingredients in a heavy non-reactive saucepan and gradually bring to a boil over medium heat.
2
Reduce the heat slightly and gently simmer the sauce until thick and richly flavored, 10 to 15 minutes.
3
Taste for seasoning, adding lemon juice, brown sugar, or other ingredients as necessary.
4
Transfer the sauce to a bowl or clean glass jars and let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.
5
The sauce can be served chilled or at room temperature.

103

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Protein

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup root beer (reserved from Root Beer Game Hens), 1 cup ketchup, 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, or more to taste, and more.

Yes, Root Beer Barbecue Sauce falls under the General 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.

Root Beer Barbecue Sauce

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