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Oven Baked Barbecue Ribs

Oven Baked Barbecue Ribs

Sticky, smoky, a little sweet, and completely succulent, Oven Baked Barbecue Ribs are the ultimate taste of summertime.
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Course: Main Course
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Servings: 6

Equipment

  • 2 mixing bowls
  • 1 saucepan
  • 1 18x13 baking sheet with baking rack
  • foil

Ingredients

  • 2 racks St. Louis ribs
  • 2 cups ketchup
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp liquid smoke, plus 2 teaspoons for the pan
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
  • pinch of salt and pepper
  • 3 tbsp Barbecue seasoning
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 cups water

Instructions

  • Add the ketchup, vinegar, sugar, Worcestershire, 1/2 tsp liquid smoke, and a pinch of salt and pepper to a bowl and mix to combine.
  • Pour the barbecue sauce mixture into a small saucepan on low heat and allow it to cook for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
  • Remove the silver skin from the back of the ribs.
  • Line an 18x13 baking sheet with 1" sides with foil. Place a wire rack into it.
  • Add 2 cups of water and 2 tsp of liquid smoke to the bottom of the pan.
  • Mix together 1 tsp of kosher salt with the barbecue seasoning. Rub the front and back of the ribs with the seasoning and place on the wire rack.
  • Cover the pan tightly with foil and let bake for 4-6 hours, depending on the size of the ribs.
  • To test the meat stick a fork into the meat and twist. If it is tender and easily shreds it's done.
  • Remove the foil from the pan and brush the ribs with the barbecue sauce. Let them bake for an additional 15 minutes to set the sauce.
  • Enjoy!

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