modern bbq ribs

There are many different ways to make ribs, and we've tried them all. The method I use results in ribs that taste like they've been smoking all day, but really take only 3 1/2 hours start to finish. Slow-roasting the ribs first makes them fall off the bone, and finishing them on the grill gives them a great smoky flavor and that crisp, sauce coated exterior we love.

serves 8

2 full racks babyback ribs, rinsed and patted dry
1 cup modern grill rub
2 cups modern bbq sauce

Pre-heat oven to 275 degrees. Liberally season both sides of ribs with grill rub and wrap in 2 layers of heavy duty aluminum foil. Place foil-wrapped ribs on cookie sheets (so juices don't leak out into oven) and bake for 2 1/2 hours. 30 minutes before you take ribs out of the oven, light the grill. When coals are ready, spread them out to create a low, even heat throughout the grill. Remove ribs from oven, open foil, and allow to cool slightly so you can handle them. Carefully place ribs onto grill and coat each side with bbq sauce. Grill for 1 hour, basting with additional sauce and turning occassionally so both sides receive several coats of sauce. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.