Honey Barbecued Ribs

I’ve been making these ribs for nearly 20 years and the sauce never fails. In fact, it’s my go-to BBQ sauce over store bought any day. I make a jar and we use it for burgers, ribs, chicken or anything else worth of a good barbecue sauce. Add a little hot sauce if you like a kick!

Honey Barbecued Ribs

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: barbecue, BBQ, pork, ribs
Servings: 4
Author: Tina Cusker

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs country style pork ribs
  • 1/2 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup spicy brown mustard
  • 2 tbls Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp liquid smoke, optional

Instructions

  • Place ribs in large kettle or Dutch oven. Add enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until juices run clear and ribs are tender. Drain.
  • Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients to create the BBQ sauce.
  • Place cooked ribs in a single layer on a large baking tray; sprinkle with garlic salt & pepper. Baste with first layer of sauce.
  • Grill ribs, uncovered, over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, continue basting with sauce and turning occasionally. Recipe cooks as well in the oven (400°) too!

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My beautiful daughter, Lauren and me in New York City (Fall 2018)

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