Quick BBQ Sauce

Heat the oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring, until tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in the garlic , tomato paste, and crushed pepper and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add the ham hocks, tomatoes, vinegar , sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil . Lower the heat, and simmer , uncovered, stirring occasionally, until deep red in color and has thickened, about 20 to 25 minutes. Adjust seasoning salt with pepper. Sauce will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 1 month. Copyright (c) 2004 Television Food Network, G.P., All Rights Reserved.