Blueberry-Bourbon Barbecue Sauce

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From EatingWell:  August/September 2006

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.

2 cups | Active Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon canola oil
• 1 small red onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1-2 jalapenos, seeded and chopped
• 1/2 cup bourbon
• 2 cups fresh or frozen (not thawed) blueberries
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/3 cup cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon molasses
• 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice

Preparation

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

Nutrition

Per tablespoon : 28 Calories; 0 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 0 g Mono; 0 mg Cholesterol; 4 g Carbohydrates; 0 g Protein; 0 g Fiber; 42 mg Sodium; 38 mg Potassium

Exchanges: free food

Tips & Notes

• Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.