Basic Barbecue Rub

Directions

1. 1
   Blend all the ingredients together and store in a small container. Ue when ready to barbecue.
2. 2
   Variations (adding to the dry rub above):.
3. 3
   Mustard and thyme:.
4. 4
   Add 4 tbsp Compliments Honey & Garlic mustard, and 2 tbsp of fresh thyme leaves. It is good for fish, poultry, meats, potatoes, and vegetables.
5. 5
   Mediterranean:.
6. 6
   Add puree of 2 tbsp green olive tapinade and a couple of cloves of fresh garlic. Good for grilling vegetables, meat and seafood.
7. 7
   Coffee and cocoa:.
8. 8
   Add 1 tbsp finely ground dark roast coffee with 1 tbsp double chocolate truffle chocolate mix. It's good with beef, pork, game and poultry.
9. 9
   Maple:.
10. 10
    Add 1 tbsp brown sugar, with 2 tbsp organic 100% maple syrup. Good with pork, salmon, poultry, apples, pears, and squash.