Northern Alabama White Sauce

Like its tomato- and mustard-based cousins, white barbecue sauce comes in shades ranging from porcelain to putty. There are also differences in consistency. Some sauces flow like fat-free milk, while others are more reminiscent of a creamy dressing. As for the ingredients, well, purists insist there are only four: mayonnaise, vinegar, salt, and coarsely ground pepper.

"Everyone says they have a special recipe, but there’s really no secret. You start with the basics, and you can’t go wrong," While mainly used on chicken we also use it to perk up salads and to top pulled pork sandwiches and grilled fish."

One taste and you’ll understand why Myra says, "no Southern home should be without it."

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon coarsely ground pepper
• 1 tablespoon Creole mustard

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons prepared horseradish

Preparation

Whisk together all ingredients until blended. Store in the refrigerator up to 1 week.