This tangy, vinegar and mustard based sauce, goes great with grilled pork or chicken. For best flavor, make one day in advance.

Carolina-Style Barbecue Sauce

1 cup prepared yellow mustard

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup brown sugar, firmly packed

3/4 cup cider vinegar

1/4 cup water

2 tablespoons chili powder

1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

1/4 teaspoon cayenne

1/2 teaspoon soy sauce

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon liquid smoke (hickory flavoring)

1. Mix all ingredients, except soy, butter and smoke in medium saucepan. Simmer 20 minutes.
2. Stir in remaining ingredients and simmer for about 10 more minutes. Cool completely at room temperature. Refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to blend.

Makes about 3 cups sauce.