Sunshine Baby Back Ribs

Here's a bright idea. Tender baby back ribs with a little citrus a little sweetness and just a hint of mint. Put them on the grill or cook them in the oven. Just be sure to baste them regularly and save a little sauce to serve on the side.

Serves: 6
Cook Time: 90 Minutes

Ingredients

• 6 pounds Smithfield Pork Back Ribs
• 2 T. cornstarch
• 2 T. packed brown sugar
• 1 T. minced fresh mint leaves
• 1/4 t. salt
• 2 c. fresh orange juice
• 2 T. fresh lime juice
• 1 t. grated lime peel
• 1 t. grated lemon peel

Steps

Combine cornstarch, brown sugar, mint and salt in medium saucepan; gradually stir in orange and lime juices. Cook and stir until thickened. Remove from heat; stir in lemon and lime peel. Cut ribs into serving-size pieces. Brush ribs with sauce. Place on broiler pan. Cover with foil. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until tender. Remove foil. Brush with additional sauce. Heat remaining sauce and serve with ribs.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with creamy cole slaw, fresh corn and extra sauce.

Recipe and photo courtesy of National Pork Board. For more information about Pork. The Other White Meat®, visit our website www.otherwhitemeat.com

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