Big Batch Zesty Bbq Sauce

• 1 (114 ounce) can ketchup (#10 size)
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 large white onion, minced
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 cup minced fresh garlic (about 25 cloves)
• 1 (12 ounce) bottle unsulphured molasses
• 2 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
• 2 tablespoons liquid smoke
• 3/4 cup white vinegar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons cracked black pepper
• 4 tablespoons creole seasoning

1. In a large dutch oven or stock pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion, pepper flakes and garlic and cook approximately ten to fifteen minutes, until onion has softened and turned translucent but not browned.
2. Add remaining ingredients, stir well, and reduce heat to low. Simmer approximately half to one hour, allowing the flavors to blend adequately.
3. Store in a tightly sealed container in refrigerator up to two months, or use canning process for shelf life.

ketchup, butter, white onion, red pepper, fresh garlic, molasses, brown sugar, liquid smoke, white vinegar, cracked black pepper, creole seasoning

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/big-batch-zesty-bbq-sauce-406077 (may not work)