Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que started out of its original "gas station" location in Kansas City, Missouri. From there, it grew ever-so-slightly to add two other locations in Leawood and Olathe, Kansas.

Mix together ketchup, tomato sauce, brown sugar, wine vinegar, molasses, butter, and liquid smoke in a large saucepan over medium heat. Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion ...