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DAN'S BABY BACK RIBS

Say what you will about Dan, the man know his ribs! These baby backs are sure-fire crowd pleaser's.

Serves: 6-8

Recommended Pellets: Apple, Hickory, Maple

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  • RECIPE DIRECTIONS

    INGREDIENTS

    • 3 racks baby back ribs
    • 1 jar of Traeger Texas Spicy BBQ sauce
    • 1 jar of Traeger Apricot sauce
    • 1 jar Traeger Pork and Poultry shake

    PREPARATION

    Sprinkle shake on the ribs…top, bottom and sides. Refrigerate overnight in a sealed container.

    Start your Traeger on smoke with lid open for 5 minutes to get started. Turn grill on high for 15 minutes, then place ribs uncovered on the grill. Cook ribs on high for 15 minutes, then reduce heat to medium for 2 hours. At 2 hours, look at the ribs and check that the meat has pulled back from the end of the bones ¼- to ½ inches, and the rib color looks awesome! Mix up about ½ cup each of the Traeger Texas Spicy and Apricot BBQ sauces into a bowl. Apply liberally to the top of the ribs. Cook 15 minutes more uncovered. Place ribs in foil and seal then place back on grill for 15 minutes for the best ribs that you have ever tasted!

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