The McRib is coming back to McDonald's and you can buy McRib sauce too

McDonald’s is bringing back one of its beloved menu items for a limited time. 

The iconic McRib sandwich will be available at participating restaurants  beginning on Dec. 3.

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And fans of the sweet and tangy sandwich can get an extra bonus because McDonald's is also debuting a McRib sauce as well. 

A Whole Lotta McRib Sauce will be sold in a limited-edition half-gallon jug for $19.99 starting at 10 a.m. ET on Nov. 25. Consumers can purchase the sauce by visiting www.wholelottamcribsauce.com.

What is the McRib sandwich?

The McRib features seasoned boneless pork dipped in a tangy barbecue sauce and topped with onions and dill pickles complimented by a toasted bun. 

This delicious offering first debuted at McDonald's in 1981 in Kansas City, Kansas and has built up a huge following since. While the sandwich is considered a staple of the restaurant’s history, it typically is only available as a temporary or seasonal item.

Through the years, McDonald’s brought the McRib back to meet consumer demand, including for a "farewell tour" in 2022 making the sandwich available for three weeks and for a limited-time offering at some restaurants in 2023.