Zinfandel Barbecue Sauce

1. 1

   Melt the butter in a heavy saucepan.

2. 2

   Add the shallots and garlic and cook over moderate heat until just beginning to brown, 3 to 4 minutes, stirring with a wooden spoon.

3. 3

   Add all but 3 tablespoons of the wine and boil over high heat until reduced to about 2/3 cup.

4. 4

   Reduce the heat and stir in the ketchup, brown sugar, honey, liquid smoke, salt and pepper.

5. 5

   Gently simmer the sauce until thick and richly flavored, 10 to 12 minutes, adding the remaining 3 tablespoons wine after 6 minutes.

6. 6

   Correct the seasoning, adding salt and pepper to taste.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.