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This recipe is only for those who can appreciate a sticky rib!
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The applesauce is a sweet surprise that creates a thick sauce that's finger lickin' good.
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Preheat the grill to medium.
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Combine the brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, red pepper, mustard and salt in small bowl.
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Mix until well blended.
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Put each rib rack onto a large piece of heavy duty foil.
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Rub the seasoning mixture evenly onto both rib racks.
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Fold up the sides of the foil, and pour 1/4 cup of apple juice into each rib foil packet.
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Close the foil package, leaving room at the top for heat circulation.
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Grill the packets for 1 hour on medium heat.
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Meanwhile, combine 1/4 cup apple juice, the barbeque sauce, applesauce, cider vinegar, cinnamon and ginger in small bowl until well blended.
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Remove the ribs from the foil packet.
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Return them to the grill and brush them with the barbecue sauce mixture until well coated and caramelized.
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Remove the racks from the grill to a cutting board and cut into 2-rib sections.
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Arrange the ribs on a serving platter and serve.
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Enjoy!
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Cook's Notes: I use the shortcut of bottled barbecue sauce.
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Apple juice adds to the apple flavor of the rib sauce.
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It also creates steam inside the foil pack so the ribs don't dry out.
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If you don't have apple juice you can use orange or pineapple juice, stock/broth or just plain old water.
