Apple-Bourbon Barbecue Sauce

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 Granny Smith apple
• peeled and coarsely shredded
• 3 tablespoons bourbon
• 2 cups store-bought smoky Kansas Citystyle barbecue sauce

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter.
2. Add the onion and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the apple and cook until the moisture has evaporated, about 3 minutes.
4. Add the bourbon and cook until nearly evaporated, about 3 minutes.
5. Stir in the sauce and bring to a boil.
6. Simmer over low heat for 5 minutes.
7. Use or refrigerate for up to 1 month.