This is a rich, thick, tomato based barbecue sauce recipe often associated these days as Kansas City Style. You get that traditional combination of sweet with a touch of heat in a dark and thick tomato sauce. Adjust the heat by changing the amount of cayenne.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients:
- 1 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup vinegar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cayenne
Preparation:
Heat oil in a saucepan. Add garlic and sauté until brown. Add remaining ingredients and reduce heat. Simmer for 15 minutes until thickened.




