Pit-Barbecued Chicken

1. 1

   Combine the salt, cayenne, and black pepper in a small bowl and blend.

2. 2

   Rub the chickens with the seasoning mix.

3. 3

   Cover and chill for at least 2 hours.

4. 4

   Prepare a barbecue pit with a charcoal fire.

5. 5

   The charcoal should be gray with ash and hot in the center.

6. 6

   Melt the margarine (or heat the barbecue sauce oil) in a small saucepan and add the Tabasco.

7. 7

   Put the chickens on the grill and baste frequently with the margarine or oil.

8. 8

   Turn the chickens about every 20 minutes, but keep the lid closed in between basting and turning.

9. 9

   The chickens will take about 2 1/2 hours to cook.

10. 10

    Right before taking the chickens off the pit, brush liberally with the barbecue sauce.

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