A Really Good BBQ Sauce

I used to eat nothing but Kraft BBQ sauce but when I moved to WV I was treated with this simple homemade BBQ sauce that Wanda and her sister Brenda made for the many cookouts they have and it is delicious.  I love it on everything and it is especially good on pulled pork.  Wanda and Brenda don't use a recipe... they just throw it together and taste it as they go.  I have attempted to quantify it into a recipe but remember to adjust it as needed while you are fixing it.  Try it... you'll love it.

Ingredients:
32 oz. ketchup
1 cup mustard
1/2 cup light brown sugar (dark brown is fine)
1 oz. (by weight) chili powder
1 oz. (by weight) paprika
1 tblsp. black powder
1 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp powdered cayenne (red) pepper
1/4 tsp celery salt or powdered celery
beer (This is used to thin the sauce and does add some good flavor.  The alcohol cooks out quickly.)

You can estimate the weights of ingredients by referring to total weight on jar label.

Notes: Beer can be substituted with apple cider or cola... I do not use vinegar.
            Make adjustments after sauce has simmered for at least 5 minutes.

Put all of the ingredients in a pot and cook on medium heat, stirring occasionally to keep sauce from sticking.  Try not to let it boil because thick liquids can be messy when they begin to bubble.  You don't have to cook this for very long... just long enough for the sugar to melt and for the flavors to combine.  Adjust to your taste.  Enjoy.