These BBQ Sauce Recipes Will Change Your Grilling Game

apple butter

🥗Healthier: unsweetened applesauce

💰Cheaper: homemade apple butter

Unsweetened applesauce offers a lower sugar option.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar is a natural alternative with a lower glycemic index.

Worcestershire sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: homemade Worcestershire sauce

Soy sauce is a more accessible umami flavor.

smoked paprika

🥗Healthier: regular paprika

💰Cheaper: sweet paprika

Regular paprika provides a similar color without the smokiness.

Mix all the ingredients to a small saucepan until combined.

Bring to a boil. Once it has come to a boil, reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 18 to 20 minutes until thickened, stirring every few minutes to ensure that the bottom doesn’t burn. As it’s simmering, give it a taste and adjust ingredient quantities as needed.

Let cool slightly if serving immediately. If storing, let cool completely first. Enjoy!

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