Ultimate BBQ sauce

This multi-tasking sauce can be served with burgers and bangers, or used to glaze ribs and chicken. n Makes 1.5 litres n Prep 5-10 mins n Cook 2 hrs 15 mins

2 large onions, chopped

3 tbsp groundnut oil

400ml passata

3 x 400g cans chopped tomatoes 200ml white wine vinegar

4 tbsp dark brown sugar good grinding of black pepper 1 tbsp smoked paprika

2 tbsp mild chilli powder 6 cloves, ground

1 tbsp black treacle

200ml orange juice

4 tbsp Dijon mustard

1 Cook the onions in the oil over a medium heat for 10-15 mins until softened and golden. Add the remaining ingredients, along with 2 tsp sea salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to the lowest heat and simmer, uncovered, for 2 hrs.

2 Blend with a stick blender. Can be stored in sterilised jars in the fridge for 2-3 weeks or freeze in portions for up to three months.

Use as a condiment or a spicy glaze.

PER TBSP 21 kcals, fat 0.7g, saturates 0.1g, carbs

3.1g, sugars 2.9g, protein 0.5g, fibre 0.5g, salt 0.3g