Zesty Peach Barbecue Sauce

• finely chopped pitted peeled peaches (about 3 lb or 9 medium)6 cups
• finely chopped seeded red bell pepper (about 1 large)1 cup
• finely chopped onion (about 1 large)1 cup
• finely chopped garlic (about 14 cloves)3 tablespoons
• honey↗1 1⁄4 cups
• cider vinegar↗3⁄4 cup
• Worcestershire sauce↗1 tablespoon
• hot pepper flakes↗2 teaspoons
• dry mustard2 teaspoons
• salt↗2 teaspoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   PREPARE boiling water canner. Heat jars and lids in simmering water until ready for use. Do not boil. Set bands aside.

2. 2

   COMBINE all ingredients in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring frequently, until mixture thickens to the consistency of a thin commercial barbeque sauce, about 25 minutes.

3. 3

   LADLE hot sauce into hot jars leaving 1/2 inch headspace. Remove air bubbles. Wipe rim. Center hot lid on jar. Apply band and adjust until fit is fingertip tight.

4. 4

   PROCESS in a boiling water canner for 15 minutes, adjusting for altitude. Remove jars and cool. Check lids for seal after 24 hours. Lid should not flex up and down when center is pressed.