Caramelized Onion and Honey Barbecue Sauce

We loved this sauce on our Instant Pot Apple BBQ Ribs

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons bacon grease or butter
• 1 medium sweet onion, thinly sliced
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato juice
• 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon molasses
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions:

1. Place bacon grease or butter in a medium skillet over medium heat until hot.
2. Add onions in a single layer. Cook until dark golden brown, about 10-12 minutes, stirring several times.
3. Remove from heat.
4. Place the tomato sauce and remaining ingredients in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil, whisking often.
5. Remove from heat and transfer to a blender.
6. Add onions and process until smooth. Makes about 1¼ cups of sauce.