Most barbecue sauces are red, but Alabama white sauce is unique in its color. What makes this Southern staple such an iconic flavor enhancer?

So, gentle readers, for this week’s math homework — I mean, test kitchen project — I wanted to whip up some homemade barbecue sauce. But I didn’t want quarts and quarts of it. In fact ...

This limited-time edition white barbecue sauce is a departure from the classic red or brown barbecue sauce.