Blueberry Bourbon Barbecue Sauce

Submitted by LisaAD

"Yum! Blueberry-Bourbon Barbecue Sauce Recipe Source: © EatingWell Magazine It is not every day that you get a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce that also boasts a healthy dose of antioxidants. Try it with beef, chicken, pork or even some grilled shrimp. Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months. Source: © EatingWell Magazine"

 

• Ready In: 30mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Yields: 2 cups
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 small red onion, chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, chopped
• 2 jalapenos, seeded and chopped
• 1⁄2 cup Bourbon
• 2 cups blueberries, fresh
• 1⁄2 cup ketchup
• 1⁄3 cup cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon molasses
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground allspice

directions

1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and just starting to brown, 2 to 4 minutes.
3. Add garlic and jalapeno and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
4. Add bourbon, increase heat to high and bring to a boil; cook until most of the liquid has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
5. Stir in blueberries, ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, molasses and allspice; return to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20 minutes.