Ingredients

• 1 cup root beer
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup orange juice
• 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 1/2 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon mild-flavored (light) molasses
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke*
• 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

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Instructions

1. Combine all ingredients in heavy medium saucepan. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until reduced to 1 1/2 cups, about 20 minutes. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Cool slightly. Transfer to bowl. Cover and refrigerate. (Can be made 2 weeks ahead; keep refrigerated.)
2. *Smoke-flavored liquid seasoning is available at specialty foods stores and many supermarkets.