Hi everybody and happy Labor Day!
Some time back my wife took some of my baby backs to a staff meeting(10 or 12 people) in St. Louis. They were a HUGE hit. Some of her fellow employees fought over who would get to eat the last ones! She has another meeting there tomorrow and last Friday her boss called and told her to make sure and bring some more ribs. So yesterday I spent my day smoking 8 half-slabs in my 020(4 half-slabs per rack. Why didn't I buy a bigger smoker?) My technique is dry rub the ribs(membrane pulled, of course) smoke curve side up at 225 with 3 oz. apple wood for 3 hours. Remove from smoker,pour off any excess drippings, spray both sides with apple juice, wrap in foil(sorry), add another 2 or 3 oz apple wood to box, and smoke ribs (still at 225) for another 1 or 1 1/2 hour or so. All of my friends, relatives, neighbors, and co-workers say they are the best, most tender, juicy ribs they have ever tasted. The word I hear most often is "awesome." Some day I hope to get to try some myself. Anyway, I wish everyone a safe, fun, smokin' Labor Day!
Also, a BIG thank you to all who post here, especially those who share their knowledge, tips, experiences(good and bad), etc. You are what makes this site the best!
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