Honey-Guava Barbecue Sauce

Readers of my previous books will recognize the name Elida Proenza, a good friend and Cuban cook extraordinaire. Elida is forever proving this central gastronomic truth: While anyone can make a great-tasting dish with a lot of ingredients, it takes true talent to make unforgettable food with only two or three. Elida watched with what I imagine was secret amusement as I lined up several dozen bottles of spices and condiments to exper