Root Beer Barbecue Sauce

• 1 cup root beer (don't use sugar-free!)
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon light molasses
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional, but good to add in)
• 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
• 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder (I used fresh garlic)
• salt and pepper

1. If you are adding in onion and garlic, then saute first in a couple tablespoons oil in a heavy saucepan for about 5 minutes until soft.
2. Add in the remaining ingredients, except salt and pepper; bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 25-30 minutes.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Cool to room temperature, cover then chill overnight or tightly covered for up to 2 weeks.

root beer, ketchup, lemon juice, orange juice, worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, light molasses, liquid smoke, lemon zest, ginger powder, onion powder, garlic, salt

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/root-beer-barbecue-sauce-146639 (may not work)