Sweet Western Hot Wings


36 chicken wings (about 7 lb.)
vegetable oil for frying
1 cup butter
2/3 cup catsup
1/2 cup frozen concentrate
orange juice, thawed
3 Tbsp. hot pepper sauce
1 1/2 Tbsp. garlic salt

Remove tips from wings and discard. Separate first and second joints of wings with a sharp knife. Pat wings dry. Deep-fat fry at 350 degrees for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden and crisp; drain on paper towels. In saucepan, melt butter; add remaining ingredients. Toss wing pieces in butter mixture and coat evenly. Spread coated pieces evenly on sheet pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 15 minutes or until crisp.

Serves 24 as appetizers (3 per person).