To make the dry rub:

1. Combine all ingredients for the rub and set the mixture aside.
2. Examine the ribs on the underside. If there is a thin coating of silver skin on the bony side of the ribs, scrape it away using the point of a butter knife (position it beneath the membrane, make sure to pierce the rib over a middle bone.) To gain a stronghold, use paper towels, then peel the membrane away.
3. Combine the mustard and ¼ cup of apple cider in a small bowl (keep the remaining aside). Season the ribs with the rub after spreading the mixture in a thin layer on both sides.
4. Preheat the smoker to 180 degrees Fahrenheit with the lid covered for 15 minutes.
5. Smoke the ribs for 3 hours, making sure that the meat side faces up. Raise the grill’s heat to 225°F and place the ribs on a rimmed baking sheet.
6. Remove 4 long strips of tin foil and Peach Butcher Paper from the package. Place a rack of ribs atop the butcher paper, then pull the sides of the paper up in order to keep the fluids contained.
7. Half of the brown sugar should be sprinkled on the rack, followed by half of the honey, then ¾ of the reserved apple juice. To prevent leakage, place another sheet of paper on the top and crimp the edges tightly. Do the same with the remaining rib rack.
8. Put the ribs back on the grill for another 3 to 4 hours of cooking.
9. Set the ribs squarely on the grates of the grill, then let it cook for an additional 60 minutes.
10. Serve the ribs as you please and enjoy your meal.

These Traeger’s ribs benefit a lot from the powerful dry rub on them, and from the amazing taste you’ll get, you’ll know that they have been smoked to perfection! Try them out for BBQs or picnics and you can be sure that your guests will love how easily they come off the bone!

The cooking instructions above will guide you to the best possible results. Also, make sure to take note of the timing guidelines. The 3-2-1 timing method for smoking ribs is loosely followed in this recipe. There are three hours of smoking, two hours of liquid smoking, and one extra hour of grilling. These smoked ribs should typically take a total of 6 hours to prepare! If you’re cooking thicker ribs, you may need to go a little further because they’ll need a longer cooking time, so rather than the 3-2-1 method, try 3-3-1 or maybe even 3-4-1.

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