Smoky BBQ Sauce

SERVES 6 cupsPREP 10mCOOK 30m
2small cans

tomato paste

1cup

cooked beets, roughly chopped

1cup

dates, pitted

1⁄2large

onion, diced

4cloves

garlic

2cups

low-sodium vegetable broth

1⁄2cup

cider vinegar

2tablespoons

chili powder

1teaspoon

black pepper

  1. In a saucepan on medium high heat, saute onion until brown for 2 minutes. Using 1 tablespoon of oil is optional.

  2. Add everything and reduce the heat to low and allow the mixture to simmer for 25-30 minutes. Stir often and remove from heat. Allow the mixture to cool.

  3. In a high speed blender, place everything and blend until smooth in consistency.

  4. The sauce can be kept for 10 days. Store in airtight containers in the refrigerator.