Diabetic Recipes | Sweet Smoky Barbecue Sauce

2 teaspoons oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 6-ounce can tomato paste
1 cup water
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
⅓ cup Splenda Granular
2 teaspoons molasses
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dry mustard
3-4 drops liquid smoke
Few drops Tabasco sauce (optional, to taste)

Directions:

1. In a medium saucepan, heat oil and garlic over medium heat for 1 minute. Add onion and cook for 10 minutes, until onion is soft and translucent.
2. Add the remaining ingredients, stir well, and simmer for 20 minutes over low heat.
3. Remove from heat and mix in blender to smooth and blend flavors.
4. Cool, cover, and refrigerate (keeps for 2 weeks).

Nutritional Info (per serving):

Calories 25
Fat 0.5g (0 saturated)
Carbohydrate 5g
Fiber 0.5g
Protein 1g
Sodium 105mg

Diabetic exchange = ½ Carbohydrate (for up to 3 tablespoons)
WW point comparison = 0 points

About the Contributor

Marlene Koch, RD, is a registered dietitian who has specialized in delicious food and healthy lifestyles for over twenty years. Marlene holds a degree in Nutritional Science from the University of Los Angeles, California. Marlene is a best-selling author of healthy, low-sugar cookbooks. Marlene is a frequent guest on TV, radio and websites such as iVillage and dlife.com.
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