BARBECUE SHORT RIBS

Ingredients:

• 4 or 5 lb. short ribs
• 2 Tbsp. shortening
• 1 1/4 cups Dr. Pepper
• 1 cup catsup
• 1/2 cup vinegar
• 2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. pepper
• 2 tsp. chili powder
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Brown the short ribs in shortening in a Dutch oven or casserole.
3. In a saucepan, combine Dr. Pepper, catsup, vinegar, salt, pepper, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic. Bring to a boil.
4. Pour the sauce over the browned ribs.
5. Bake at 350°F for 2 hours, turning the ribs once or twice during cooking, until tender.