Classic Barbecue Sauce

Total Time
Prep/Cook time: 20 min.

Updated on Oct. 11, 2023

This St. Louis BBQ sauce is versatile and can be used on chicken, beef or pork. —David Boehm, Glendale, Arizona

Test Kitchen Approved

Classic Barbecue Sauce

Yield: 1-1/2 cups
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 10 min

Ingredients

  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons water, optional

Directions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered until slightly thickened, 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Refrigerate leftovers.
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