Target: 6 × 4 inches · landscape

Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce

25 min · 1.25 cups

Ingredients

□ 3/4 cup yellow mustard

□ 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar

□ 3 tbsp packed light brown sugar

□ 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

□ 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

□ 1/2 tsp kosher salt

□ 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

1. Whisk all ingredients smooth in a nonreactive saucepan. Warm over medium-low, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.

2. Simmer uncovered on low for 8 minutes, stirring often. Stop when a whisked ribbon flows; avoid a hard boil or sticky reduction.

3. Cool 10 minutes, then serve in a bowl or jar. Cover and chill leftovers; stir smooth before serving.

Cook’s note: Keep the simmer quiet so the mustard tang stays bright.