OMG, you can’t resist Kansas City-Style Ribs

Our family recipe for ribs has evolved to near perfection. These country-style beauties are a legend in our close circle. 

Ingredients

• 1-1/3 cups packed brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons each garlic powder, onion powder and smoked paprika
• 1-1/4 teaspoons each ground cumin, coarsely ground pepper and cayenne pepper
• 12 bone-in country-style pork ribs (about 7 pounds)
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and seasonings, then generously sprinkle the mixture over the ribs. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

For the sauce:

2. In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and cook until tender, approximately 5-6 minutes.
3. Stir in the remaining ingredients, bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat.
4. Wrap the seasoned ribs in a large piece of heavy-duty foil, ensuring the edges are sealed. Grill the ribs, covered, over indirect medium heat until they reach a tender consistency, taking approximately 1-1/4 to 1-3/4 hours.
5. Carefully unwrap the ribs from the foil and place them over direct medium heat. Baste with some of the prepared sauce and grill, covered, until browned—this usually takes about 8-10 minutes, turning and basting occasionally with the remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts:

• A single rib provides approximately 453 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 101mg cholesterol, 452mg sodium, 40g carbohydrates (36g sugars, 1g fiber), and 31g protein.