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Chipotle-Bacon-Bourbon Barbecue Sauce Recipe

Name: Chipotle-Bacon-Bourbon Barbecue Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 4 each strips bacon (chopped) (Source: 4 strips bacon (chopped)); 1 each jalapeno pepper (Source: 1 jalapeno pepper); 1 each small yellow onion (chopped) (Source: 1 small yellow onion (chopped)); 2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic (Source: 2 teaspoons fresh minced garlic); 1 each 7- ounce can chipotle peppers in adobo (Source: 1 7- ounce can chipotle peppers in adobo); 6 ounces tomato paste (Source: 6 ounces tomato paste); 1/2 cup cider vinegar (Source: 1/2 cup cider vinegar); 1/2 cup light brown sugar (Source: 1/2 cup light brown sugar); 6 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (Source: 6 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce); 4 tablespoons bourbon (Source: 4 tablespoons bourbon); 2 tablespoons molasses (Source: 2 tablespoons molasses); 1 teaspoon cayenne powder (Source: 1 teaspoon cayenne powder); 1 teaspoon paprika (Source: 1 teaspoon paprika); 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder (Source: 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder); ½ teaspoon cumin (Source: ½ teaspoon cumin); 1 teaspoon ground mustard (Source: 1 teaspoon ground mustard); As Needed Salt (Source seasoning: Salt and pepper to taste); As Needed Black pepper (Source seasoning: Salt and pepper to taste)

Chipotle-Bacon-Bourbon Barbecue Sauce Recipe is made with strips bacon, 7- ounce can chipotle peppers in adobo, and Worcestershire sauce.

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 45 min
Original yield: Serves 8
Ingredients: 18 listed

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Estimating…

Main courseAmericanPorkPrep: 15 minutes or lessTotal: 31–60 minutes

Recipe categories & planning details

Meal type: Main course
Primary protein: Pork
Cuisine: American
Preparation & total time: Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 31–60 minutes

A few quick notes

1. Stir as directed

Stay with the pan for the frequent stirring called for in the method.

2. Keep the simmering stage

Follow the simmering heat, timing and finish checks that are given.

3. Prepare for the next step

Have the next addition ready when the mixture reaches the boil described.

Get to know the ingredients

strips bacon (chopped)

In the method: Heat a large saucepan to medium heat and add bacon.

jalapeno pepper

In the method: Add jalapeno and onion and cook 3 more minutes, stirring often, until bacon is nice and crisp.

small yellow onion (chopped)

In the method: Add jalapeno and onion and cook 3 more minutes, stirring often, until bacon is nice and crisp.

The last little job

Finish as directed

Enjoy!

A few questions you might have

What should I prepare first?

Set out the saucepan. Start with this step: Heat a large saucepan to medium heat and add bacon.

Which preparation step should I plan for?

Stay with the pan for the frequent stirring called for in the method.

What check should I look for as it cooks?

Add garlic and cook 1 more minute, or until garlic browns nicely.

How do I plan the ingredient amounts?

This version serves 8. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.

Additional recipe notes

You can serve it like this, nice and thick, or you can add a bit of water to thin the consistency. Heat Factor: Medium. You'll get quite a bit of zing and flavor from the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and other ingredients.

Storage & reheating safety

For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.

These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures

Recipe source: chilipeppermadness.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.

Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.

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