Bourbon and coffee are a classic flavor combination, and the pairing shines in this homemade barbecue sauce recipe.
Preheat the oven to 275 F. Remove the ribs from the marinade.
Wrap ribs in aluminum foil, crimping to seal the foil.
Credit: Photo: Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox
Place foil packet on a baking sheet.
Bake for 2 12 hours.
Make theCoffee-Bourbon Barbecue Sauce(instructions below).
Brush the ribs on both sides with Coffee-Bourbon Barbecue Sauce.
Cut ribs into individual pieces between each bone and serve with more barbecue sauce.
In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Add the onion and saute, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the coffee, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, bourbon, cider vinegar, and cayenne pepper.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Cooled sauce can be transferred to a sealed container and refrigerated for up to 1 week.
