Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSmokey Pig Bar-B-QRibs, Mac & Cheese, And Vinegar Recipe

Ribs, Mac & Cheese, And Vinegar Recipe

Inspired by Smokey Pig Bar-B-Q
Time3h
Serves4

Make Ribs, Mac & Cheese, And Vinegar Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Ribs

Mac & Cheese

Vinegar Sauce

Method

Ribs

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ribs

    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).

  2. 2

    Season the Ribs

    In a bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Rub this seasoning mix all over the pork ribs.

  3. 3

    Bake the Ribs

    Place the seasoned ribs on a baking sheet and cover them tightly with aluminum foil. Bake in the preheated oven for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the meat is tender.

  4. 4

    Add BBQ Sauce

    Remove the ribs from the oven, uncover, and brush BBQ sauce over the ribs. Return to the oven and bake uncovered for an additional 30 minutes.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Vinegar

    In a small bowl, mix apple cider vinegar and 2 tablespoons of BBQ sauce to create a tangy glaze. Brush this mixture over the ribs before serving.

Mac & Cheese

  1. 6

    Cook the Pasta

    In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add elbow macaroni and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. 7

    Make the Cheese Sauce

    In the same pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in milk, and cook until thickened.

  3. 8

    Add Cheese and Seasoning

    Remove from heat and stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Add salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well.

  4. 9

    Combine with Pasta

    Add the cooked macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir until well combined.

  5. 10

    Serve

    Serve the mac & cheese hot, alongside the ribs, drizzled with the vinegar sauce.

Vinegar Sauce

  1. 11

    Prepare the Vinegar Sauce

    In a small bowl, combine apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until sugar is dissolved.

  2. 12

    Serve

    Serve the vinegar sauce on the side for drizzling over ribs or mac & cheese as desired.

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