2 small cans of no sodium tomato sauce
1/2 cup Diet Rite or Diet Dr. Pepper
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
A few capfuls of liquid smoke – hickory flavored
Several packets of artificial sweetener
Pepper
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Other spices as desired

Mix it all up and simmer it for about an hour or until it’s thick enough for you.