1 cup finely chopped onion
1 TBSP chopped fresh garlic
2 TBSP salt
1 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes (I left out)
1 TBSP paprika
1 TBSP chili powder
1/2 tsp. pepper
2 cups cold water
1 1/4 cups cider vinegar
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 TBSP worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup molasses
1 cup tomato paste
a dash of liquid smoke
Melt butter and add onion, garlic, and salt. Coo over low heat until onion is tender. Add crushed red pepper, paprika, chili powder, and pepper, cook and stir for 1 minute.
Add water, vinegar, brown sugar, and worcestershire sauce; bring to a simmer. Stir in molasses. Whisk in tomato paste until smooth. Bring to a simmer over low heat. Cook, uncovered for 15 minutes or until sauce is thickened, stirring occasionally. (longer the better).