Small Rib Pack (3-4 People) Recipe
Includes one and a half racks of ribs, two pints of sides, four pieces of bread (buns or cornbread), house made sweet and tangy BBQ sauce and pickles
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Ingredients
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Ribs
Sides
Bread
BBQ Sauce
Pickles
Method
Prepare the Ribs
- 1
Season the Ribs
Preheat your oven to 275°F (135°C). Pat the ribs dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Cook the Ribs
Place the ribs on a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Cover with another sheet of foil and bake for 2.5 to 3 hours until tender.
Make the BBQ Sauce
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine ketchup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- 4
Simmer Sauce
Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 20 minutes until it thickens, stirring occasionally.
Finish the Ribs
- 5
- 6
Broil
Set the oven to broil and cook the ribs for an additional 5-10 minutes until the sauce caramelizes.
Serve
- 7
Plate the Meal
Serve the ribs with baked beans, coleslaw, bread, and dill pickles on the side.

