1 c. molasses
1 c. prepared mustard
1 c. vinegar

Combine molasses and mustard; mix thoroughly. Mix in vinegar. Cover and refrigerate. Yield: 3 cups sauce.

VARIATIONS: TOMATO BBQ SAUCE:

Add 1 cup ketchup to basic BBQ sauce.

HERB BBQ SAUCE:

Add 1/16 teaspoon each marjoram, oregano and thyme to one cup basic BBQ sauce.

CURRY BBQ SAUCE:

Add 1 tablespoon curry powder, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce to 1 cup basic BBQ sauce.

ORANGE-GINGER SAUCE:

Add 1/2 cup orange marmalade and 1 teaspoon ginger to 1 cup basic BBQ sauce.

ZIPPY SAUCE:

Add 1/4 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup salad oil, 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce and 1/2 teaspoon Tabasco to 1 cup basic BBQ sauce.

NEOPOLITAN SAUCE:

Add 1/2 cup chili sauce and 1/2 teaspoon each of oregano, and basil to 1 cup basic BBQ sauce.