Savory Country-Style Spareribs |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 60 Minutes |
Ready In: 75 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This recipe is a result of trying different combinations over the years. It will continue to evolve because, for me, a recipe is just a starting point when I cook. Country-style ribs are not really ribs in the true sense, they are meatier and often are boneless. But the end results are just as delicious! These are good served with a tossed green or Caesar salad and Savory Onion Potatoes. Ingredients:
4 -5 lbs country-style spareribs |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
2 (5/8 ounce) packets italian salad dressing mix (i use good season's zesty italian) |
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed |
1 cup apple cider vinegar |
3/4 cup catsup |
2 tablespoons honey |
1 (12 ounce) jar chili sauce |
2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce |
2 tablespoons lemon juice |
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard |
1 minced garlic clove |
1 tablespoon frank's hot sauce (more or less to taste) |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
2. Place spare ribs in a large bowl or gallon size zip-lock bag.
3. Add olive oil and zesty Italian dressing packets.
4. Mix well. Refrigerate and marinade for at least 1 hour. (You can leave it in the marinade over night if you want).
5. Microwave on high for 10-15 minutes, or until ribs are brown, but not cooked through. I microwave them in the bag but you can put them in a microwave safe dish if you prefer. (I use a freezer bag which is thicker and holds up to the heat. I open the seal to vent and place it in a bowl or on a plate - just in case - but have never had a problem).
6. While ribs are in microwave, combine the remaining ingredients in a medium saucepan and cook over medium heat until well dissolved and heated through.
7. Remove ribs from bag and place in a deep 9 x 13 pan that has been prepared with non-stick cooking spray.
8. Pour sauce over ribs, covering evenly.
9. Bake for 1 hour, until ribs are cooked through.
10. Baste occasionally, if desired.
11. NOTE:***These can also be cooked on the grill with delicious results, just baste them frequently and watch them carefully so they do not burn.
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