The Best Barbecue Sauce

Cut the tomato into quarters to make blending easier.

Cut the half onion into smaller pieces.

Add the cut tomato, half onion, and half small can of tomato paste (preferably the thickest variety) to the blender.

Add one heaping tablespoon of ketchup and one heaping tablespoon of yellow mustard.

Add the whole chili pepper, including the seeds, to impart flavor without excessive heat, along with one clove of garlic.

Toss in one bay leaf, four cloves, and one piece of scallion greens.

Add a generous amount of olive oil (or vegetable oil if you prefer, though olive oil is recommended for flavor and health).

Blend all ingredients in the blender until well combined.

After the initial blend, add one teaspoon of sugar and one teaspoon of salt.

Blend again briefly to incorporate the sugar and salt, finishing the sauce.

Transfer the finished sauce into a serving container, observing its creaminess.