Lean-And-Mean Texas Barbecue Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 (14 ounce) bottle ketchup
1 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/4 cup pure chili powder (not a blend)
2 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon hot pepper flakes (or to taste)
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dark brown sugar (optional)
1/3 cup beef brisket (optional) or 1/3 cup bacon drippings (optional)
3 cups water

Preparation

Combine all of the ingredients in a non reactive saucepan, stirring well to mix. Bring to the boil then reduce the heat to simmer, uncovered , until sauce thickens, stirring regularly for about 20 minutes.
Use immediately or transfer to jars,with a piece of plastic wrap under the lid,cool to room temperature and ripen in the fridge for 2-3days in the fridge before using.This will keep for several months.