I use Franks as my base, what I do is bake my wings in the oven for about 15minutes (usually ahead of time) and then deep fry for about 5-8 when ready to serve to crisp them up.
The sauce I use Franks as my base and then I add melted butter, garlic powder, and black pepper, and a little white pepper to taste. This will also help to thicken then sauce as well. I then take the wings out of the deep fryer or overn or off the grill (anyway works) and then coat them in a tub of sauce and serve with LightHouse BluCheese and celery sticks!