1 cup tomato ketchup
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 tbsp. mustard
2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tbsp. Mexican style chili powder
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/2 tsp. garlic (minced or powder)
1/4 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. basil leaves

Mix all ingredients well. Pour over cooked beef or pork ribs and heat in a moderate oven for about 20 minutes. Or mix with cooked ground beef and onion (fat drained off) for spicy Sloppy Joes.

Serves 4 to 6.