How to Make Grampa Dave's Texas Chainsaw Bar-B-Que Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Barbecue sauce is a staple in many American households, and there are countless variations of this beloved condiment. From tangy and sweet to spicy and smoky, everyone has their own favorite flavor profile when it comes to BBQ sauce. One recipe that stands out from the rest is Grampa Dave's Texas Chainsaw Bar-B-Que Sauce. This sauce is a true labor of love, with a complex blend of ingredients that come together to create a rich and flavorful BBQ sauce that's perfect for slathering on ribs, ch...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic, minced
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • 1 cup cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 slices lemon
  • 1 cup real maple syrup
  • ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cups ketchup
  • ¼ cup molasses
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 40
  • Yield: 5 cups

  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in the orange juice, cider vinegar, lemon juice, lemon slices, maple syrup, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, molasses, and brown sugar. Season with dry mustard, salt, red pepper flakes, cumin and paprika. Simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove lemon slices before using.
  • Nutrition

    57 cal.

    • Total Fat: 1g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 215mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 0g
    • Vitamin C: 5mg
    • Calcium: 18mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 127mg