Step 1

Place 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce,1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice, 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper in a small saucepan and stir to combine.

Step 2

Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The sauce will turn a deeper, richer shade of red. Remove from the heat and let cool completely. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.