How far would you go for a free McRib?

McDonald’s iconic barbecue sandwich returns to eating places nationwide starting Wednesday.

However earlier than the McRib’s arrival – which McDonald’s has dubbed the “sauciest second of the yr” – the fast-food is freely giving 10,000 free sandwiches to hungry followers with its “Shave four McRib Sweepstakes.”

“Beard or no beard, put together for the McRib with a shave – or perhaps a facial masks – as a result of anybody can take part, out of your brother to your mom, sister-in-law or cousin’s roommate,” McDonald’s stated in a information launch Monday.

To enter, “submit an image of your cleanly-shaven or baby-smooth face in your public Twitter or public Instagram profile utilizing #Shave4McRibSweepstakes and tag @mcdonalds,” the discharge stated.

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The primary 10,000 entries will obtain a code for a free McRib by McDelivery with Uber Eats, whereas provides final.

McDonald’s McRib returns nationwide Dec. 2.

The McRib – seasoned boneless pork, barbecue sauce, onions and pickles on a hoagie-style bun – made its nationwide debut within the early 1980s, McDonald’s stated. It final got here again in October 2019 for a restricted run however hasn’t been accessible nationwide since 2012.

“Our bearded followers know … facial hair and the McRib simply don’t combine – consider me, I’ve tried,” David Tovar, McDonald’s vice chairman of U.S. Communications, stated in an announcement. “With the nationwide return of the McRib, we’re serving to followers take pleasure in each delectable second by encouraging them to shave for an opportunity to win a free McRib.”

Tovar stated McDonald’s is working with No-Shave November. The non-profit group raises funds for “most cancers analysis, prevention and schooling” and is “a monthlong journey the place we ask members to place down their razors and ‘get bushy’ within the title of most cancers consciousness,” stated Monica Hill, No-Shave November senior govt director.

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McDonald’s says McRib purchases Wednesday “will assist assist our donation to the charity’s most cancers initiatives,” in response to the discharge.

Extra details about the sweepstakes and official guidelines shall be posted at www.shave4mcrib.com.

Comply with USA TODAY reporter Kelly Tyko on Twitter: @KellyTyko

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