Hot Chicken Wings

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 Pounds Chicken wings
• Oil for frying (optional)
• 6 Ounces Tabasco
• 1/2 Cup Melted butter

Preparation:

• Cut the chicken wings in two at the joints.
• In a large frying pan or skillet, heat to 360F enough oil (or shortening) to cover the chicken wings.
• Add the wings and fry until crisp, about 12-15 minutes.
• To bake, preheat the oven to 450F.
• Spread the chicken wings out on a baking sheet in one layer and bake 45 minutes.
• To make the sauce, combine the Hot Sauce or Tabasco and melted butter and blend thoroughly.
• As soon as the chicken wings are cooked, douse with the sauce, and serve immediately.