Texas BBQ sauce

General

• Makes about 3 cups.
• Can be kept in the fridge for 2 weeks if kept in a covered jar.

Ingredients

• 1 onion, chopped
• bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 3 garlic cloves
• 2 canned chipotle chiles
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
• ¾ cup light brown sugar, or a natural sweetener
• ½ cup cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon oregano

Procedure

1. Combine the onion, bell pepper, garlic, and chiles in a food processor or blender and process until smooth.
2. Add the tomatoes, brown sugar, vinegar, salt, and oregano, and process until smooth. Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and bring to a boil.
3. Reduce the heat to a simmer, and cook, stirring frequently, for 20 to 30 minutes, or until thick.
4. The sauce can be used immediately or allowed to cool before covering and refrigerating.