• Greetings Fellow Grillers! Welcome to TopRibs.com


    Is there any doubt that ribs rule the barbecue kingdom? What other meat has intense worldwide cooking competitions, with top secret sauces, rubs and cooking methods?

     

    A great barbecued rib is an elusive creature, but when found...it's truly a delicacy.

     

    Our site explores the world wide rib. Some people grill ribs, others smoke them. There are Oriental, Jamaican, Tex-Mex and dozens of other ethnic influences. This confirms the mighty reign the king of grilled meat has on the world. Why, even some cultures boil them in beer and serve with funny cabbage. Sure, I enjoy a great steak, chicken, pork chop, lamb, burger or dog, and certainly fish and seafood on the grill, it's just...ribs are king! Barbecued ribs somehow challenge even the best of the grill masters.

     

    It's also my belief that pulled pork is close kin to barbecued ribs and I will show my respect to the king by offering it some office space here on this site. The same holds true for the side dish and salad cousins. So, grab your aprons and tongs and join me as we honor the almighty barbecued rib. Let's loosen that belt a notch out of respect for the king. Eat more Ribs!


    Sincerely, GaryGlen


  • In this edition, TopRibs explore the flavors of a good ol' fashion, country-style barbecue. Nothing fancy pants, just the kind of barbecue we remember from our youth...like Daddy use to make. Simple,  yet tasty and gut fillin'!


    Although Labor Day is right around the corner, you won't be laboring over the grill. Most of these recipes are quite simple to make, so sit back and relax! And remember...Eat More Ribs!


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    • How to Smoke Barbecue Ribs on a Grill
      By GaryGlen     If you're like me, nothing beats a smoky rack of barbecue ribs. Yet how can the average backyard Joe enjoy this American delicacy without investing in a smoker? Of course, you Read More...
    • A Basic Meat Rub
      By GaryGlen Great barbecue, whether ribs or chicken basically utilizes a three component system. Of course the first component is a quality cut of meat. Don't scrimp here! The end result of good barbecue starts with grea Read More...
    • Cherry Barbecue Sauce
      By GaryGlen   Slightly south of our smokehouse in east Tennessee grew several cherry trees. Quite productive little things, I might add. Not to be wasteful of what “God has given”, Mama's cherry cobbler was to die for! Read More...
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      A Great Barbecue Needs Great Side Dishes!


    • Country Style Coleslaw
      By GaryGlen   I can't seem to remember a barbecue without coleslaw. Unfortunately, the majority of coleslaw today is the mushy, overly chopped mayonnaise-style bought at the grocery store. The same kind you get Read More...
    • The Basics of Grilled Corn
      By GaryGlen   There are certain laws that govern all aspects of life. The same holds true for barbecue. Just as the Thanksgiving turkey demands it be served with stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, Read More...
    • The Perfect Pot of Baked Beans
      In the shadows of my mind I have a lot of memories. Many of them have to do with food and my childhood. When I think of the way some foods tasted back then I search high and low and when I can not find them I try to re-create them. One of the food Read More...
    • Bourbon Barbecue Sauce
      This is another one of my favorite bbq sauces because it's a sauce that is great for bbq competitions. You see, most people prefer a sweet barbecue sauce and competition judges are people too! When we first started cooking ribs for competition, this Read More...
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