Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 275 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet or pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil.

2. Combine herbs, spices, salt and pepper in a small bowl to make your own dry rub. Garlic, onion, cumin, chili powder and thyme are common seasonings for dry rubs. Add a small amount of brown sugar, if desired. The sugar will lend a sweetness and help caramelize the ribs during the cooking process. You can also find premade rubs in the spice aisle of most grocery stores.

3. Apply the dry rub to the meat side of the ribs, ensuring that the meat is evenly and heavily coated. There is no need to apply the rub to the underside as it has a thin silver membrane that will not absorb the flavors of the rub very well. This membrane acts to seal in moisture, and should be left on the ribs.

4. Place the rack of ribs on the baking tray or pan. Roast until done, approximately 2 1/2 to 3 1/4 hours. When done, the ribs should be fork-tender and have a nice crust on the top and around the edges.

5. Allow the ribs to rest for 10 minutes prior to cutting and serving.