Jamaican Vacation Sauce Recipe

Jamaican Vacation Sauce Recipe


Great for jerk chicken, fish, and ribs, whether you're grilling them or making them in the oven. It makes me feel like I'm on vacation!

Ingredients

* 1 bacon strip, halved
* 1/2 cup chopped onion
* 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
* 1 tablespoon chopped jalapeno pepper
* 1 cup ketchup
* 1/2 cup chicken broth
* 1/2 cup molasses
* 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
* 2 tablespoons lemon juice
* 1 tablespoon soy sauce
* 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
* 1 tablespoon prepared mustard
* 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon pepper
* 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

* In a saucepan, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Discard bacon or save for another use. In the drippings, saute the onions and jalapeno until tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; cool. Store in the refrigerator. Yield: 2 cups.

Editor's Note: When cutting hot peppers, disposable gloves are recommended. Avoid touching your face.