Ingredients

• 2 racks baby back ribs – approx. 4.5 lbs.  Go to a good butcher!
• 1 can (14oz.) Chicken Broth – NO MSG!  IT’S BAD FOR YOU!!!
• 1 Granny Smith Apple
• 1 Orange
• 3 Tbs liquid smoke – Hickory
• Golden Toad – Prime Steak Rub
• Golden Toad – Chipotle BBQ Finishing Sauce

Preparation

• Cut the Rib Racks in half
• Remove the “sinew” layer on the bottom of the ribs (the white tough skin like stuff)
• Score the bottom of the ribs with a sharp knife in a criss-cross pattern
• Rub the racks with Golden Toad Prime Steak Rub thoroughly on all sides – let sit for a minimum of 30 minutes
• Pour the Chicken Broth in a large deep baking/roasting pan (ours is 17.5” long x 11.5” wide x 5.5” deep on the inside)
• Core the apple and discard the core.  Cut the apple into cubes and place in pan
• Cut the orange into cubes, squeeze juice from cubes into pan and place cubes with rind into pan
• Add 3 Tablespoons of liquid Hickory Smoke
• Place a metal grate in roasting pan to keep ribs out of juices
• Place Rib Racks on grate in pan, cover pan with foil and place in 275° pre-heated oven and bake for 1 ¾ hrs until meat is tender.
• Remove foil and let the racks sit in the pan for 15 minutes
• Pre-heat grill to 450°
• Cover ribs with Golden Toad Chipotle BBQ Finishing Sauce
• Grill for about 8-10 minutes turning twice brushing with more sauce at each turn.
• Remove from grill and gently cover with foil – let sit for a few minutes before serving – always let your meat rest after grilling!
• Serve with sauce for dipping if necessary
• Enjoy!