Tickle My Ribs!

Laughter is such a great way to break the blues brought on by all the Falls' dark and gloomy weather. Whether you spend your day smiling with great friends or the evening with family playing games or watching a great movie, laughter is definitely just what the doctor ordered. Great food has always been the centerpiece when these types of occasions arise. My Baby back ribs will be a sure hit and will enhance the smiles that take place as you spend your evenings together making the most of it!

Baby Back Ribs with a Cuban Lime Sauce

First prepare the rub for your ribs. You will need:
1/4 cup finely ground espresso
1/4 cup of brown sugar
1 TB of paprika
1 TB chili/chipotle powder
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1 clove of garlic minced
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp sage
pinch of fresh rosemary
1 tsp ginger
Mix together and take 1/4 cup of coconut oil and rub all over ribs front and back do the same with the dry mix. Place on grill or in pan and heat in oven at 200 degrees for 3-4 hours.

About 20-30 minutes before ribs are done baste with Cuban lime sauce. You will need:
1/2 cup of lemon/lime soda
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/8 cup of vinegar
2 tsp of paprika
2 tsp tumeric
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp pepper
1 clove garlic minced
1/4 cup of onion finely chopped
1 shallot finely chopped
1/4 cup of soy sauce
1/4 cup of olive oil
1/2 cup of fresh lime
Mix well