Baby Back Ribs
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"After many tries, these are the most tender and best tasting ribs I have ever made. Everyone who tries them says the same!"
Joanne Parks, Steger, Illinois
SERVINGS: 4
CATEGORY: Main Dish

METHOD: Grill (gas or charcoal)
TIME: Prep: 15 min. Grill: 1 hour 20 min.
Ingredients:
- 2 racks pork baby back ribs (about 4-1/2 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup paprika
- 1 tablespoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- SAUCE:
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup nonalcoholic beer or beef broth
Directions:
Rub ribs with oil. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, paprika, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and cayenne; rub over ribs. Wrap in a large piece of heavy-duty foil (about 28 in. x 18 in.). Seal the edges of foil. In a small bowl, combine barbecue sauce and beer; set aside.
Grill ribs, covered, over indirect medium heat for 1 hour. Carefully remove ribs from foil. Place over direct heat; baste with reserved sauce. Grill 20 minutes longer or until juices run clear and meat is tender, turning once and basting occasionally. Yield: 4 servings.