Basic Barbecue Rub

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup sweet paprika
• 3 tablespoons black pepper
• 3 tablespoons coarse salt
• 1 tablespoon hickory-smoked salt or more coarse salt
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 teaspoon celery seeds
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Combine all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir to mix. (Actually, your hands work better for mixing than a spoon or whisk does. Use your fingers to break up any lump of brown sugar.) Store the rub in an airtight jar away from heat or light; it will keep for at least 6 months.