Grampa Dave's Texas Chainsaw Bar-B-Que Sauce Recipe
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Grampa Dave's Texas Chainsaw Bar-B-Que Sauce

By: Grampa Dave 
"A spicy-sweet sauce that has won rave reviews from all who have tried it."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.7 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (50)

Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
45 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr

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Original Recipe Yield 5 cups
 

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1 cup cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 slices lemon
  • 1 cup real maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cups ketchup
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons dry mustard
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Directions

  1. 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.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 57 | Total Fat: 0.8g | Cholesterol: 2mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 25, 2006 by Michelle   view full review
I have made this sauce twice now, and everyone loves it! It is perfect for ribs. If you add...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 13, 2006 by Julie   view full review
This is the real deal. Once you've made up a batch of this sauce you'll never go back to that...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 12, 2006 by hen&chicks   view full review
The name of the BBQ sauce and the various sweeteners used attracted me to this recipe. It is a...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 8, 2008 by fourpiesmama   view full review
This is an excellent base recipe, however it is VERY sweet. I have made it omitting the maple...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on May 12, 2007 by jstoll   view full review
Outstanding! I've already made two batches of this BBQ sauce and my family agrees it's just...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 29, 2007 by BoxerMom   view full review
Wow! Thanks for sharing. I think I will add a tablespoon of chili paste or some chipotle...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 26, 2007 by Sharon   view full review
this is so delicious.I didn't change anything from the recipe, followed the exact...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 2, 2004 by Grampa Dave   view full review
You'd be doing your taste buds a dis-service by not trying this sauce. I promise you!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 25, 2010 by Kat   view full review
Oh so delicious, use to baste, for pulled pork sandwiches, delicious! Texans just now how to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.7 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 22, 2008 by docswife   view full review
Yummy. Husband is a fan of the spicy sauce and thought this was a tad on the sweet side. I...

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