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Ingredients
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Baby Back Ribs
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Ribs
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Dry Rub
In a small bowl, mix together paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Rub the mixture generously over both sides of the ribs.
- 3
Bake the Ribs
Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with foil. Cover the ribs tightly with another piece of foil and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the meat is tender.
- 4
- 5
Final Cooking
Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C) and return the ribs to the oven, uncovered, for an additional 15-20 minutes to caramelize the sauce.
- 6
Serve
Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with additional BBQ sauce if desired.
