Recipe(tried): Sal and Smitty's Birdland Sauce

Sal's originated in Rochester, NY where I grew up. There were two brothers, Sal and Smitty, each with their own Birdland Restaurant. One in Greece and one at Olympic Park. It was a favorite of ours. After I moved I had to either depend on my sister to send me several jars at a time or make my own. LOL, it's easier to make it myself!

SAL AND SMITTY'S BIRDLAND SAUCE

1 cup honey
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup mustard*
1 cup white vinegar
1 orange chopped
Dash of lemon juice
Crushed Red Pepper to taste

*I was originally told to use Dijon Mustard so that's what I do.

Combine all ingredients thoroughly. Bring to a boil stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes or til thickened.

Brush on Ribs, chicken or whatever during last 10 minutes of grilling time. Or use as a dipping sauce.

Footsie Note: I didn't feel like going to the store so I used 8 Tbsp. of orange juice with pulp instead of the orange.

I have put this on burgers, chops, corned beef, ham, virtually everything. It's wonderful.

It's supposed to be sweet but tangy with a hot kick to it. You can adjust everything to your own personal tastes.

Footsie