Ingredients:

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions:

  1. Melt the unsalted butter in the microwave in 15 second intervals until liquid. Note: This prevents the butter from popping or burning.
  2. Let the butter sit for 2 minutes to cool slightly. until it's warm but not steaming.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, melted butter, and tomato paste.
  4. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is a uniform, pale orange color.
  5. Sift in the granulated sugar, garlic powder, paprika, and salt. Note: Sifting prevents clumps of garlic powder.
  6. Whisk again until the sugar granules have dissolved and the sauce is completely smooth.
  7. Transfer the sauce to an airtight glass jar.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes until the sauce is chilled and thick.