Phase 2 Friendly BBQ Sauce

I discovered this while on phase 3 and I am so excited that it is phase 2 approved. I used this to dress up a roast that I slow cooked, but it would also be tasty on chicken. Enjoy!

Smoky BBQ Sauce

2 T sugar free tomato sauce

2-3 T water

1/2 t dehydrated minced onion

1/2 t red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar

1/4 t liquid smoke

1/4 t paprika

1/4 t chili powder

1/8 t cinnamon

1/8 t ground cloves

1/4-1/2 t sweetener (if needed)

salt/pepper (to taste)

1. In small non-stick saucepan, combine all ingredients and bring to boil.
2. Reduce heat and simmer 20 mins. Don't worry if sauce seems thin it will thicken while simmering.

NOTE: Omit and add different seasonings. Adding mustard, chili paste, or jalapeno juice might be a nice twist. BBQ sauce is often a very personal thing, so experiment and see what works for you. This is just a starting point.

This makes enough for 1-2 servings.