BASIC BAR-B-QUE SAUCE
1/2 c. packed brown sugar
1/3 c. cider vinegar
1/2 c. Worcestershire sauce
1 c. strong coffee
1 1/2 c. ketchup
1/2 c. corn oil
In a medium saucepan off the heat, mix the brown sugar, cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce and coffee. Whisk in the ketchup and corn oil. Bring the sauce to a boil and simmer uncovered for 5 minutes to blend flavors. Cool and store refrigerated indefinitely; warm the sauce before using to baste. Makes 4 cups.