Dry-Rubbed Glazed Ribs and Asparagus Salad, By Jen Sommerness

Dry Rubbed Glazed Ribs and Asparagus Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette: Bring on Memorial Day! By Jen Sommerness

Memorial Day is fast approaching, and if you are like me, it is the season opener for grilling! Nothing is better than al fresco dining, a casual evening spent outside with good company, good wine and a gentle breeze…all made better with a dish that is delicious and easy to prepare.

For me, that means ribs. This recipe is one that is tried and true. It is not a fussy one with mopping of a sauce, or putzy marinades, just a plain and simple dry rub that turns into a glaze as you cook them nice and slowly on the grill, or finish them in the oven.

I love the picture taken for this post, as it was minutes before we actually dove into the meal. I was tempted to take another picture shortly after this one, with the bowl of rib bones picked clean, the empty baked potato skins that remained, and the not-so-white-anymore napkins showing the sign of an awesome rib meal being had. It was a beautiful thing! (Read more.)