Ginger Barbecue Sauce

A sweet and spicy tomato barbecue sauce with a strong note of gingery flavor derived from candied ginger. Use this sauce warm or chilled as a finishing sauce for pork of any kind. It's also a great for pulled pork sandwiches and a nice glaze for poultry, as well.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 cups tomato puree
1 cup tomato sauce
1/4 cup dark brown sugar, firmly packed
1/4 cup wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced candied ginger
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon minced dried onion
1 lemon, unpeeled, sliced thinly
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard powder

Cooking Directions:

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a nonreactive saucepan and blend well. Place over medium heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
2. Sauce will keep for several weeks in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Makes 3 cups.