Lean-And-Mean Texas Barbecue Sauce

If you like a sauce that is spicy but not too sweet..this is it. Great for brisket, but works well on steak,pork, chicken and burgers too.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Yields: 6 cups

Ingredients

• 1 (14 ounce) bottle ketchup
• 1  cup cider vinegar
• 1⁄2 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 2  tablespoons yellow mustard
• 2  tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon liquid smoke
• 1⁄4 cup  pure chili powder (not a blend)
• 2  tablespoons paprika
• 1  teaspoon  hot pepper flakes (or to taste)
• 1  teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1  teaspoon dark brown sugar (optional)
• 1⁄3 cup beef brisket (optional) or 1⁄3 cup bacon drippings (optional)
• 3  cups water

Directions

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a non reactive saucepan, stirring well to mix. Bring to the boil then reduce the heat to simmer, uncovered , until sauce thickens, stirring regularly for about 20 minutes.
2. Use immediately or transfer to jars,with a piece of plastic wrap under the lid,cool to room temperature and ripen in the fridge for 2-3days in the fridge before using.This will keep for several months.