Name: Peach Barbecue Sauce
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 1 hour
Yield: Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh peaches; 3/4 cup chopped sweet onion such as Vidalia; 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh jalapeño with seeds; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 1/4cup cider vinegar; 1/4 cup bourbon; 2 1/2 tablespoons mild honey; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 3/4 teaspoon light brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1/8 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

When you've had your fill of ripe peaches eaten out of hand, peel the rest for this fruity-tangy sauce. Brush it on grilled pork or chicken toward the end of cooking, and serve extra on the side. And who could say no to a dab of leftover sauce on a cream cheese — topped cracker?

Cooks' note:

Sauce can be made 3 days ahead and chilled, uncovered, until cool, then covered.

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