First time doing baby backs

[nomad_archer]

Just want to say thanks to everyone that provided tips and pointers. I crammed 4 racks of baby backs on the 18 wsm yesterday. I followed the recommended 3,2,1 process and had the best FOTB ribs. So simple a caveman can do it.

Can't wait to do them again.

 

[TNJAKE]

Nice pull back on those bones. Good job

 

[jcam222]

Looking tasty. Often with babybacks you can do 2-2-1

 

[gmc2003]

That's allot of ribs for an 18", and they all look great.

Point for sure
Chris

 

[Teal101]

Great looking cook. I too find that 5hrs at 225* is optimal for baby backs.

 

[schlotz]

Excellent job these look great! Once you've settled it you might want to experiment a bit with doneness. FOTB seems to be many people's expectation although there is another camp that suggests the flavor is better just prior to achieving FOTB status. Some describe it as a 'clean bite' (no tug). Best I can describe the doneness level is when holding 1/3 of the rack with tongs, the rest bends enough that cracks appear in the meat at the bend area. Just an idea, 'cause the most important part is to eat 'em that way ya like 'em.

 

[nomad_archer]

Now that I am more comfortable cooking ribs I will certainly be trying different things to see what is just right for us.

 

[nomad_archer]

That's allot of ribs for an 18", and they all look great.

Point for sure
Chris

It was a full, full house in the smoker. I'm surprised they all fit. I need to cook at a minimum 3 racks for the family. I think I'll continue to do 2 racks that I know everyone will like and use the 3rd rack as an experimental rack to try different rubs/sauce combos.

 

[SmokinAl]

Good looking ribs!
That is for sure!
Al

 

[Winterrider]

Nice looking baby's .

 

[UGAsmokin]

Looking tasty. Often with babybacks you can do 2-2-1

I often do the 2-2-1 and it works great.

 

[bgaviator]

My understanding has always been 2-2-1 for baby backs, and 3-2-1 for spares.
I just switched to no wrap though, and while it tacks on an extra hour, it's much easier than having to wrap and they're just as good.