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Summary: Mostly ideas for marinades and basting sauces
Comment: I got this book mainly because I love ribs, but its really not the all-inclusive Everything Ribs book that it first appears. Try Steve Raichlen's ribs book for a rib encyclopedia if that's what you want.
Don't get me wrong, there are several dozen marinade and basting sauce recipes for asian, caribbean, latin, mediterranean and american style basts, sauces, and marinades, but all the cooking instructions, without exception, are exactly the same from recipe to recipe. There is a short but informative section at the front describing cooking methods, including oven roasting, grilling, and indirect heat, and descriptions of different types of ribs.
But, the drawback to this book is that all the types of cooking aren't necessarily suitable for all the types of marinades or sauces, since all the recipes describe the exact same preparation, you don't really know if the sauce is better served on the side, as a baste, or as a marinade; therefore I think many of these recipes are geared toward oven roasting rather than grilling or smoky barbecue-type preparations.
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Summary: Truth In Advertising - Great
Comment: This is the third book on cooking ribs that I have purchased in attempts to "keep up with the Jones" on our BBQ block.
The methods, techniques and tips on preparation and cooking are right on, and straighforward enough for the average Joe to grasp.
The sauces, described as too foo foo (paraphrased) by another reviewer, are awesome, and I haven't tried one that we didn't love. Make sure you are shopping in a well stocked spice store or outlet, as some of the ingredients aren't as readily available (at least in Ohio) as I would have thought (Cardomon pods?).
Word of caution...the recipes don't make themselves, and are a tad bit complex. Budget some time to concoct, and you will be very pleased with the results.
My favorites are the Cowboy Rub (for you spicy Chipotle fans) and the Tandori, which is also great on chicken. Only complaint, as pointed out in a previous review, is that the book will not remain open when laid out on the counter.
You will not be disappointed with this book!
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Summary: If you REALLY like ribs - Get this book!
Comment: This book is a true rib lover's treasure. The first 33 pages (nicely photo-illustrated) have everything you need to know about types of ribs, meat preparation techniques and cooking methods. After that, it's nothin' but ribs baby!Be ready to make a tough decision though - which recipe to do first. There are mouth-watering pictures of almost every recipe, and so far, we have not found one we didn't like. This is a cookbook that rib lovers will want to work their way through from cover to cover this summer.
My family's favorite so far is the Carolina Barbecued Ribs (bottom photo - back cover). These have both a rub and a mop and will take you to straight to "Hog Heaven". (If you have little ones or don't like spicy, cut back on the chili powder for this one. It's pretty hot.)
I own LOTS of rib recipe books and this one is by far the best. It's packed with at least one full summer of the best rib-tasting you'll ever enjoy, but you'll return to the recipes in this book again and again.
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Summary: Ribs, Ribs, and more Ribs
Comment: I become skeptical when I see a word such as "Great" in the title of a book. It is either immodesty or exaggeration. I am happy to report that, in this case, the word fits very well.Each recipe is complete unto itself. It includes the rib type, rib preparation, recommended cooking technique, a rub, the mop, sauces, serving suggestion, etc. The recipes are simple and easy to follow. Kudos to the the kitchen testing staff. Of note is that most recipes can be done simply in an oven, and do not not require a smoker.
This is a good example of a cookbook that focuses on only one subject. It does a very good and very thorough job covering its subject.
My complaint here is that the book will not lay open flat in the kitchen when you are doing the recipes.
The recipes are reliable, and you will love the flavors. Highly recommended.
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Summary: Great BBQ
Comment: We try a new recipe each week out of this book and haven't found a bad one yet -- they're GREAT! The marinades are equally good on chicken and pork tenderloin.
