Mini Meal Plan: Slow Cooked Ribs
Barbeque Ribs with Baked Potatoes and Chipotle Pork Sandwiches
Jun 5, 2007
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For a summer barbeque, it doesn't get much better than barbeque ribs. And when they're falling off the bone, who can resist that tender, flavorful meat. This recipe slow cooks the meat in the oven before grilling, which maximizes both tenderness and flavor. All that effort to produce mouth-watering tender rib meat makes it worth your while when it provides 2 nights worth of delicious dinners. This meal plan is based on 4 servings. Adjust amounts accordingly for your family.
Meal 1: Slow Cooked Ribs and Baked Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 slabs of ribs
- 1 bottle liquid smoke
- Sea salt
- Fresh ground pepper
- Garlic powder
Lay each slab of ribs on a large piece of plastic wrap. Rub the ribs with equal amounts of the seasonings. Then baste each with 2 tsp liquid smoke and wrap tightly. Marinate in refrigerator for 4 hours, or overnight. Bake at 325 degrees F for one hour and 45 minutes. Meanwhile, wrap baking potatoes individually in foil. Place on medium-high heat grill during last 45 minutes of baking process. Remove ribs from oven, and cut 1/3 off of each slab of ribs to reserve for Meal 2. Store in refrigerator. Cook remainder of ribs on the grill and baste with barbeque sauce as desired.
Meal 2: Chipotle Pork Sandwiches with Pepper Jack Cheese and Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
- Leftover rib meat
- 2 tablespoons Chipotle seasoning
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tablespoons butter
- 4 Large rolls
- 4 slices Pepper Jack cheese
- Sliced Red onion
- Sliced tomato
In a pan on stove combine the butter, water and 1 tablespoon of Chipotle seasoning over medium-low heat until melted. Add the pork. Cover and cook until warm, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, toast rolls. Serve pork on rolls topped with cheese, onion, tomato and Chipotle Mayo, as desired.
