ULTIMATE BBQ SAUCE

• 1 cup water
• 3/4 cup light corn syrup
• 1/2 cup tomato paste
• 2/3 cup vinegar
• 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
• 3 tablespoons molasses
• 1 1/4 teaspoons hickory-flavoured liquid smoke or other
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika
• 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
• dash cayenne pepper

Combine all ingredients in a medium saucepan over high heat and whisk until smooth.

Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes or until thick.

Cool, then store in a covered container in the refrigerator overnight. Makes 1 1/2 cups.