Ingredients
4 to 5 pounds pork spareribs2 tablespoons butter1 medium onion, finely chopped1/2 cup finely chopped celery1 cup water1 cup ketchup1/3 cup lemon juice2 tablespoons brown sugar2 tablespoons white vinegar1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 teaspoon pepper1/8 teaspoon chili powder
Preparation
Cut ribs into serving-size pieces; place in a shallow roasting pan, bone side down. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and celery; cook and stir for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Simmer about 10 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally; remove from the heat.
Drain fat from roasting pan. Pour sauce over ribs. Bake 45-60 minutes longer or until ribs are tender.
