Famous Steak Sauce (Like A-1) Copycat / Clone

From "About.Com". Great for those who can't find American A-1 sauce. Did you know that Canadian A-1 is TOTALLY different from the American version even though the bottles look the same? I found this out while at a steak house in Toronto. The Canadian version is much sweeter and redder that the US version.

• Ready In: 25 mins
• Serves: 10
• Yields: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup cold water
• 1⁄4 cup raisins
• 1⁄2 cup  aged  balsamic vinegar
• 1⁄4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 1⁄4 cup ketchup
• 1⁄4 cup Dijon mustard (no substitutes!)
• 1  pinch cayenne pepper
• 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1  garlic clove, cut in half but not crushed

Directions

1. Put all ingredients into a small pan and bring to a low simmer.
2. Simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
3. Strain into a bowl by pouring through a fine mesh strainer, pushing raisins with the back of a spoon to release all juices.
4. Allow to cool completely before seasoning to taste with salt and pepper. It tastes different when its hot.
5. Enjoy with your favorite steak!