Bon Apetit — July 2001

Makes 1.5 Cups

Ingredients -

• 1 cup root beer
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon light molasses
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Preparation -

Combine all ingredients in a heavy saucepan.  Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.  Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until reduced to 1 1/2cups, about 20 minutes.  Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper.  Cool slightly.  Transfer to bowl.  Cover and refrigerate.  (Can be made up to two weeks ahead of time; keep refrigerated.