Barbecue Spice Rub

This simple spice mixture is especially good for chicken, but you can use it for just about any meat or poultry.

2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon dried sage
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Mix all ingredients together and rub on meat or poultry 20 minutes to 2 hours before grilling or store in air tight container indefinitely.