Kansas City BBQ Rub and Seasoning

1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup paprika
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon chili powder *
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne

Massage this rub generously into a trimmed slab or two of pork ribs, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight. Can also be used on chicken or in BBQ beans.

* use a quality chili powder that you've previously used and liked