I’ve had enough of winter! Is anyone else with me on this one? I collect snowmen that I leave out long after Christmas. I find that I really enjoy looking at their cute little smiles. Well, I’m over it. Those little guys are all going away for another year.

I know that this winter hasn’t been too bad but I’m still tired of it. I really shouldn’t complain because we have had much less snow and milder temperatures than other years. I am really looking forward to the even warmer temperatures and new life that spring brings! Okay, I have ranted enough. I’m done now…

I really enjoy making different sauces to go into my dishes! At Christmas time, I was looking for a different flavour for my meatballs. I wanted sweet and tangy. This sauce is both of those! It also goes great with pulled pork or on any meat that you’re serving.

Pictured on Pulled Pork

Apple Maple BBQ Sauce (Paleo/ Vegan/ Gluten Free/ Dairy Free/ Refined Sugar Free)

1 1/2 c. red onion- diced

1 1/2 c. apple- diced

1 Tbsp. olive oil

2-5 oz. cans tomato paste

2 c. water

1/3 c. maple syrup

2/3 c. apple cider vinegar or lemon juice

1/2 tsp. nutmeg

2 tsp. mustard powder

sea salt to taste

In a medium size pan saute onion, apple in olive oil on medium heat. Saute for about 10 minutes until tender. Let cool slightly, then pour into a blender. Blend until smooth. Add remaining ingredients and blend.

Keep in a covered container in the fridge for up to two weeks. Can also be frozen.

Shared On: Allergy Free Wednesday, Gluten Free Fridays, Healthy Vegan Fridays, Savoring Saturdays