Ward Winning Ribs (Sticky Ribs)

1. 1

   In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, seasoning salt, and pepper together.

2. 2

   Rub brown sugar mixture on ribs, coating the entire rib, and place in a large resealable plastic bag.

3. 3

   Refrigerate for at least 4 hours (the longer, the better).

4. 4

   Prepare a smoker, using charcoal; heat to 225 to 250 degrees F. When the coals have burned to ash, add wood chips, preferably apple wood chips.

5. 5

   Place ribs in smoker and cook for 3 hours at 225 to 250 degrees F. Using a spray bottle, spray ribs with apple juice every 45 minutes.

6. 6

   After 3 hours, remove ribs from smoker, wrap in aluminum foil, and return to the smoker to cook for 2 more hours.

7. 7

   After 2 more hours, open foil and brush your favorite BBQ sauce and honey over the ribs.

8. 8

   Leave foil open and then cook for 30 more minutes.

9. 9

   Remove ribs from smoker.

10. 10

    When cool enough to handle, cut ribs in half.

11. 11

    Drizzle a little more honey over top and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.