Title: Watermelon Barbecue Sauce
Categories: Bbq
Yield: 2 Cups

1		6 lb Seedless Watermelon
8	oz	Tomato Paste
1	tb	Onion Powder
1	tb	Garlic Powder
2	c	Firmly packed brown sugar
1/2	c	Sherry
2	ts	Lemon juice
1	ts	Liquid smoke

Cut the melon into chunks and place in a saucepan. Cook it uncovered over medium heat until the melon is the consistency of applesauce (approximately 2-3 hours). Stir it occasionally. Add remaining ingredients. Simmer uncovered over low heat for 2 hours. Allow to cool to room temperature before using.

Options: White vinegar may be substituted for the lemon juice. Try mixing yellow tomatoes and watermelon for color variation

From Hollis Harris of Porter's Catering, Portland, Oregon

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