I think we can all agree that three day weekends are amazing. In my world, the goal is to fit as much as I possibly can into my bonus 24 hours of weekend.😅 But Memorial Day hits a little different from other holiday weekends. This weekend, I'm taking time to reflect on the courageous men and women who have sacrificed everything so that I can have the freedom to pursue happiness and live in a safe, secure place. I specialize in recipes - not politics - but today I want to express my gratitude for the individuals who lost their lives bravely defending my freedom. 🇺🇸 Like I said, normally my objective is to pack as much fun into my extra weekend day, that I possibly can. Squeezing 36 hours of activity into a 24 hour period is my super power. 😂 You can find me hiking in the mountains, riding my bike on a new trail or taking a day trip to visit a winery.🍷 Filling my bonus day with adventure is my default and that's exactly what I had on the agenda for this weekend. BUT sometimes my best laid plans don't work out. 🤷🏻♀️ And contrary to what my overachieving brain tries to tell me, having an extra day with nothing on my calendar, isn't a bad thing. 😂 Resting, relaxing, chilling - those things don't come naturally to me but, the older I get, the more I realize just how necessary they really are. Slowing down is not only important, but essential. Learning to make the time to reenergize and reflect is a game changer for my mental health. Sometimes, slowing down the meal process is important too. There are days when my schedule dictates a quick and easy pasta dish or even a sandwich eaten in the car as my evening sustenance.🥪 But when I take the time to slow roast my meal - I approach the meal with a whole new sense of appreciation. Maybe it's the sweet aroma of ribs infused with smoke swirling around the air all afternoon that creates a sense of anticipation but I find myself more grateful of any meal that cooks all afternoon. 😅 Dry Rubbed Ribs Spice Rub 2 Tablespoons paprika 2 Tablespoons brown sugar 1 Tablespoon salt 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Ribs 2 racks St. Louis style ribs 1/2 cup apple juice 3 Tablespoons cider vinegar
Pour 1 1/2 cups water into bottom of pan. Bake 1-2 hours at 300. Let ribs rest 15 minutes before slicing. I sincerely hope that you have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend. If you happen to find yourself without a plan for Memorial Day - I recommend you head to the grocery store, pick up some ribs and try my recipe for delicious dry rubbed ribs. You will not be disappointed. 😉
Ciao!
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