Spicy Jack Daniels Barbecue Sauce

 Now and then I come across a recipe that I can't help but share.  Today I want to share a recipe from my good friend Chef Tom Cooks.  I know it's just January but it's never too early or late to start thinking about BBQ and grilling.  So here we go with Chef Tom's Spicy Jack Daniel's Barbecue Sauce.



1/4 cup onions, chopped
4 garlic cloves, chopped
2 cups Jack Daniels
15 peppercorns
1 tablespoon mustard powder
2 teaspoons Cholula Hot Sauce (or your favorite hot sauce)
6 oz. Coca Cola
1 bottle Sweet Baby Rays barbecue sauce
olive oil

In a saucepan, saute the onions and garlic in a little olive oil.  Once they begin to sweat, add the cola and bring to a boil.  Once it begins to boil, add the Jack Daniels.  Bring back to a boil and let the alcohol burn off, about 3-5 minutes.
Add the peppercorns, hot sauce and dry mustard.  Reduce the mixture by 2/3.  Turn the heat to low and add the bottle of barbecue sauce and heat for about 5-7 minutes.  Remove from heat and pour through a fine strainer to remove the onions, garlic and peppercorns.
Let cool, cover and refrigerate until ready to use.

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