Jack Daniels BBQ Sauce

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1/2 large Onion -- chopped
4 Cloves garlic -- chopped
2 cups Ketchup
1/3 cup Vinegar
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup Brown sugar -- packed
3/4 cup Molasses
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
1/2 tablespoon Salt
1/4 cup Tomato paste
2 teaspoons Liquid Barbecue Smoke
1/2 teaspoon Tabasco sauce -- to taste
1/2 cup Jack Daniels Whiskey


Combine onion, garlic and bourbon in a 3 qt saucepan. Saute until onion and garlic are translucent, about 10 min. Flame if possible. Add all remaining ingredients, bring to boil, then turn down mixture to a medium simmer. Simmer for 20 min. stirring constantly. Run through strainer, or blender if you want a smooth sauce. Makes 4 cups.