1. Place ribs on a sheet of extra-wide, heavy-duty aluminum foil.
2. Combine all dry rub ingredients.
3. Pat into the meat.
4. Seal ribs tightly in aluminum foil.
5. Bake in the 225 degree oven for about 2 1/2 hours.
6. Drain liquid from ribs into a saucepan.
7. Reduce liquid to a syrup consistency.
8. Brush on ribs.
9. Broil until caramelized.

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• by Judy Rafferty

• YouTube Video: Baby Back Ribs (Time: 7:55)

• 2 racks of baby back ribs

• Dry Rub:
  • 3 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons onion powder
  • 1/2 tablespoon ground thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice

• Braising sauce:
  • 1 cup dry red wine
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and crushedChristian Science Monitor: Cooking with Garlic (June 30, 2008) Start Cooking: How to Peel Garlic

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1. Place ribs on a sheet of extra-wide, heavy-duty aluminum foil.Taste of Home: Baby Back Ribs
   • TIP: The foil should be large enough that you can wrap and seal the ribs with a single sheet.Thats My Home: Competition Barbecue Ribs
2. Combine all dry rub ingredients in a bowl and mix well.RecipeZaar: Dry Baby Back Ribs (February 23, 2004)
3. Sprinkle the rub on both sides of the ribs and pat into the meat. Fold the foil tightly over the ribs.About.com: Baby Back Ribs Recipe
4. Place the foil packet in the roasting pan or baking sheet and refrigerate for 6 to 12 hours or overnight.About.com: Baby Back Ribs Recipe

1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees F.Food Network: Who Loves Ya Baby-Back?
2. After the rub has set, place the wrapped ribs on a large sheet pan or roasting pan.RecipeZaar: Dry Baby Back Ribs (February 23, 2004)
3. Using a microwavable safe container, combine the braising sauce ingredients and microwave for 1 minute on high, set aside.Food Network: Who Loves Ya Baby-Back?
4. Open the end of the foil packed ribs and carefully pour in the braising liquid.Tailgating with Tigerchef: Ming's Ribs (August 20, 2008)
5. Re-crimp the foil, sealing it tightly, and then tilt the pan to evenly distribute the liquid.Food Network: Who Loves Ya Baby-Back?
6. Bake in the 250 degree oven for about 2 1/2 hours.Culinary Cafe.: Oven Braised Baby-Back Ribs
   • TIP: The ribs are done when the bones are loose in their sockets and the meat starts to crack and break.Amazing Ribs.com: Are They Ready Yet

1. Open the foil-covered ribs and brush them with the glazing sauce.Taste of Home: South Carolina-Style Ribs
2. Move the oven rack to the next-to-the-top position and set oven temperature to broil.
3. Place the ribs under the broiler 1 to 2 minutes in order to caramelize the glaze on the ribs.Martha Stewart: Baby Back Ribs Marinated in Tamarind Sauce
   • TIP: This step will be at a high temperature, so keep an eye on the broiler to make sure that the ribs don't burn.Wine Thats Mine: Ribs and Red Wine
4. Flip the ribs over, brush with another coat of the glazing sauce, then and broil for a minute longer.Food Network: Who Loves Ya Baby-Back?
5. Remove the ribs from the foil packet and cut into equal portions.About.com: http://caloriecount.about.com/baby-back-ribs-recipe-r118296 Baby Back Ribs Recipe
6. Allow to set ribs to set for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.Epicurious.com: Baked Baby Back Ribs with Lemon Confit Marinade (February, 2004)