Smoked BBQ ribs….. Doesn’t that sound like every man’s dream food? I have to say I am blessed that my old lady loves to find ...

AP photo - Brined and Grilled Country-Style Pork Ribs get a quick brining prior to grilling and are topped with an Asian sauce. Try serving them as a sandwich with a side of baked beans.

2. Once the brine is completely cool transfer it to a large zip-close plastic bag. Add the ribs, seal the bag and refrigerate at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours.

Use tongs to flip the ribs, then brush the tops with additional barbecue sauce. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook for another 5 to 8 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted ...

If you do brine the ribs, be sure to rinse them off before cooking or they become too salty. 2. True wood coals provide the best flavor, but making them defeats the purpose for quick and easy ribs.

Food writer Lynne Rossetto Kasper offers these secrets to moist, tender barbecued ribs: brining and slow cooking.