Pour On The BarbecueFlavor, All Year Long (NAPSA)—Considered the world’s most recognizable brand name, Coca-Cola is more than just a soft drink. Founded in 1886, The Coca-Cola Companyis now the leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of nonalcoholic beverage concentrates and syrups, used to produce more than 230 beverage brands. Coca-Cola classic is also a popular ingredient in a variety of dishes, adding a hint of caramelflavor and sweetness. The following recipe is a terrific idea for people who love the taste of barbecue and, becauseit’s cooked in the oven, it can be enjoyed all year long. Made in a casserole, this delectable creation can be prepared ahead of time and kept in the refrigerator until you're ready to bake. Casserole BBQ Chicken Makes 4 to 6 servings (about 3 cups sauce) 3 Ibs. cut-up chicken or % 2 % % % % 1 1 2 1 % chickenbreasts, thighs, legs cup flour tsp. salt cup oil cup finely diced onion cup finely diced celery cup finely diced green pepper cup ketchup cup Coca-Cola Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce Thsp.salt tsp. hickory smokedsalt Baking up flavorful and juicy, this BBQ casserole has the sweet taste of cola. % tsp. basil leaves % tsp. chili powder % tsp. pepper Rinse chicken pieces; pat dry. Coat chicken with flour and salt. Brown pieces onall sides in hot oil, then place in 3-qt. casserole. (Discard drippings.) Combine remaining ingredients, mixing well. Spoon sauce over chicken, covering all pieces. Cover casserole, bake in oven at 350F about 1% hours or until chicken is fork-tender. If desired, serve chicken with sauce overhotrice. For more recipes, or to order the “Cooking with Coca-Cola” cookbook, visit the Web site at www.coca-cola.com.
