2 racks -about 4 lbs. Smoky Hill Bison buffalo back ribs Salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste Season with Merlot Barbecue Sauce -see preparation below.
Place bison ribs meat side up on a roasting rack in a pan. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Roast in preheated 375 degree F oven for 30 minutes. Reduce heat to 325 degree F and roast additional 30 minutes. Roast an additional 30 minutes at 325 degree F basting ribs generously every 10 minutes.
Merlot Barbecue Sauce: 1/3 cup ketchup 2 tsp. chili powder 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed 2 tsp. dry mustard 2 tbsp. Merlot 1 tsp. ground mace or nutmeg 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce 1/2 tsp. of salt 1 tbsp. cider vinegar 1/2 tsp. of red pepper sauce
In small bowl, combine all ingredients. Makes about 1 1/4 cups. Cut between ribs and serve.
