This recipe is inspired by the Traeger 321; still 3 phases, we just use a slightly higher temperature to shorten the cook time for a busy family :). That said, if you can afford the time, keep the ribs on as long as possible in phase 3.
Preparation:
- Set pellet smoker to 225
- Remove membrane on the back of the ribs
- Pat dry ribs and cover generously with dry rub
Phase 1
- Place rib racks on the smoker bone side down and smoke at 225 for 2.5 hours.
Phase 2
- Remove ribs and wrap in commercial/kirkland aluminum foil with after brushing with bbq sauce. Feel free to add some apple slices, cider or sauce at this point.
- Gently return the ribs to the smoker, careful not to tear the foil and lose the seal. Smoke the ribs in the foil for another 1.5 hours. Should be a total of about 4 hours now.
Phase 3
- Remove ribs by placing on a cookie sheet or pan. Be sure the pan is rimmed to protect yourself from hot grease if any leaks from the foil wrap.
- Gently place the ribs back on the smoker bone side down and brush with a coat of bbq sauce. Smoke the ribs for another 1.5 hours or more if you can spare the time.
- Remove ribs and let rest a few minutes before slicing.
