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Delicious Dr Pepper Ribs

Juicy, tender pork ribs baked low and slow in Dr Pepper, then brushed with a smoky-sweet barbecue glaze. Perfect for family dinners, parties, or anytime you’re craving comfort food with a twist.
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 racks pork ribs baby back or spare
  • 2 cans Dr Pepper 12 oz each
  • 1½ cups BBQ sauce your favorite brand
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 300°F and line a baking sheet with foil. Remove the membrane from the ribs, then season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
  • Place in a roasting pan, pour one can of Dr Pepper over, cover with foil, and bake 2½–3 hours until tender.
  • Meanwhile, simmer the remaining Dr Pepper with BBQ sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and Worcestershire for 15 minutes until thick and glossy.
  • Discard the liquid from the ribs, brush with sauce, and bake at 400°F for 20 minutes uncovered or grill 10 minutes, basting until sticky. Rest 5 minutes before slicing and serve with extra sauce.