Basic Barbecue Rub

By kjs1010

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup sweet paprika
• 3 Tbs black pepper
• 3 Tbs coarse salt
• 1 Tbs hickory-smoked salt or more coarse salt
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 2 tsp celery seed
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper

Preparation

Step 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 lumps of brown sugar.)
Store the rub in an airtight jar away from heat or light; it will keep for at least 6 months.