# What You'll Need:
→ Ribs
01 - 3 to 4 lbs pork or beef ribs
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Dry Rub
03 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
04 - 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
08 - 1 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
→ Barbecue Sauce
10 - 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
11 - 2 tablespoons honey
12 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
02 - Remove the thin membrane from the back of the ribs if present and pat dry with paper towels.
03 - Coat the ribs evenly with olive oil. Combine brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper, then rub the mixture thoroughly over the ribs.
04 - Place ribs meat-side up on the prepared baking sheet. Cover tightly with foil and bake for 2 to 2½ hours until tender and pulling away from the bones.
05 - While ribs bake, mix barbecue sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl.
06 - Remove ribs from oven and increase oven temperature to 425°F (220°C) or preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
07 - Brush ribs generously with the barbecue sauce mixture.
08 - Return ribs uncovered to the oven or place on grill and cook for 10 to 15 minutes, basting once, until sauce is sticky and caramelized.
09 - Allow ribs to rest for 5 minutes, then slice between the bones and serve with additional sauce if desired.
