Ingredients

4 pounds whole chicken wingsOil for deep-fat frying1/4 cup butter1/4 cup honey1/4 cup barbecue sauce4 to 6 tablespoons hot pepper sauce3 tablespoons vinegar3 tablespoons prepared mustard1/4 teaspoon garlic saltCelery and carrot sticksBlue cheese or ranch salad dressing

Preparation

Cut wings into 3 sections; discard wing tip section. In a deep cast-iron or electric skillet, heat oil to 350°. Fry chicken wings, a few at a time, about 9 minutes or until golden. Drain on paper towels; place in a large bowl.

In a small saucepan, combine the next 7 ingredients; cook and stir 5-10 minutes. Pour over cooked wings; let stand 10 minutes. With a slotted spoon, remove wings from sauce and place them in a single layer on greased baking sheets.

Bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Serve hot with vegetable sticks and dressing for dipping.