Apple Pie Ribs, Grilled Brats and July 4th Recipes – Season 3: Episode 20

pork ribs

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs provide a leaner option, while pork shoulder is more economical.

apple pie filling

🥗Healthier: homemade apple compote

💰Cheaper: canned apples

Homemade compote is lower in sugar, while canned apples are budget-friendly.

barbecue sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade barbecue sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup with spices

Homemade sauce can be lower in sugar and preservatives.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is often less expensive.

Start by applying apple cider vinegar to the ribs as a binder.

Sprinkle kosher salt lightly over the ribs.

Layer apple rub on the ribs multiple times.

Cooking Techniques

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