Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming
down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or
shifting shadow. (James 1:17)

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Irene's Barbecue Sauce

2 T. fresh lemon juice

1 onion, peeled and sliced

¼ cup distilled white vinegar

½ cup water

2 T. brown sugar

1 T. prepared mustard

½ t. ground black pepper

1½ t. salt

¼ t. cayenne pepper

¼ cup vegetable oil

½ cup ketchup

2 T. Worcestershire sauce

1½ t. liquid smoke flavoring


In a medium saucepan, mix lemon juice, onion, distilled white vinegar, water, brown sugar, prepared mustard, ground black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper and vegetable oil. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered 20 minutes. Stir ketchup, Worcestershire sauce and liquid smoke flavoring into the mixture. Return to boil, then remove from heat. Refrigerate until ready for use. Yield: 2 cups