I love ribs!!! Sorry about the exclamation points, I get a little excited over meat on a stick. Because that is what ribs are, meat on a stick. It’s one of mother nature’s gifts.

When I think of ribs, I think sticky, saucy BBQ ribs, but I wanted to try something different. I wanted to make ribs that made you think of summer with every bite. Instead of smoky, sweet molasses barbecue sauce, I decided to make a citrus herb glaze. You still get to experience beautiful sticky ribs, but now they are bright and herby.

These ribs will make your summer a hit. The ribs are fall off the bone tender, and the glaze is slap-your-mama good. I was worried for a minute the glaze wouldn’t make it on the ribs. It was that good.  If ribs aren’t your thing (which is madness) this glaze can be used on any cut of pork. It’s perfect for chops, tenderloins or even a roast. Yes to citrus herb glaze on all the pork!

These ribs are also another great example of my love to make something ordinary into something special without being intimidating or pretentious. I love how simple ingredients and technique can make incredible food.

Do you have any big plans this summer? What are you doing besides making these crazy awesome ribs? I love summer evening spent with a backyard BBQ or grilling up some tasty pork ribs for a neighborhood cookout. If you haven’t caught on yet I am a fan of pork.

more summer recipe love

• grilled brioche with vanilla ricotta and berries
• grilled paprika yogurt chicken kabobs
• balsamic grilled chicken with spicy honey bacon glaze
• bacon wrapped grilled peaches with balsamic glaze

items used in this recipe

• nordic ware natural aluminum commercial baker’s half sheet pan
• round wood cutting board with rope handle
• baker’s secret 10-by-16-inch nonstick cooling rack, set of 2
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