Best BBQ’d Ribs {Summer BBQ July Food Challenge} The Inspired Plate
“Add beer if you feel rich, add water if you feel poor.”
Dad’s advice about cooking ribs has always stayed in my mind. I’ve stayed true to his rib recipe and it’s never failed. Hands down, this is one of the most delectable BBQ dinners on the planet!
I love these “Before” images…meat doesn’t always look so pretty when raw, but I liked these!
I love the ease of barbecuing, any kind of outdoor grilling really; it’s quick and doesn’t heat up the house. I even cook bacon outside on the BBQ side burner! (I love the smell of bacon but not if it lingers in the house for a whole day..)
We’ve been venturing into grilling more vegetables this year. (Hands down FAVORITE? Portabella Burgers!) Today, I paired the cutest baby zucchinis with our Baby Back Ribs…look at them…awww! The baby zuchinni was very quick to prep, just a toss in some oil and simple seasonings, and a few minutes over the flames, until grill marks develop.
I am always a sharer of recipes on this blog, but I just couldn’t let myself part with this one. It’s one of the few recipe memories I have from Dad. Instead, here are some yummy photos which I hope inspire you to savor your own special family recipes!
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xo!
Jen
July 23rd, 2012 at 6:19 am
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July 23rd, 2012 at 7:23 am
Very pretty photos, even if you won’t share the recipe with us!!
July 23rd, 2012 at 7:56 am
I love the rustic approach you took on this one, it’s very fitting. Great way to honor your Dad here. And I really like how you did your veggies here as well. Great job.
July 23rd, 2012 at 10:22 am
You are my food photography crush. I just simply ADORE everything you do!!! I love the feel, the style of your STYLE. every single image is perfection. I love the dry spices along the cutting board. awesome touch. and are those baby zucchini? They look so tiny compared to the fork. I’ve never seen anything so small.
July 23rd, 2012 at 12:08 pm
Everyone needs a few recipes they hold close and dear, I’m glad you have yours! Gorgeous shot of those ribs there at the end, they are stunning! Each one looks delicious but that last one just really drew me in.
July 23rd, 2012 at 1:33 pm
Like always, your photos just blow me away! Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! I love the heartfelt sentiment about using your Dad’s recipe too. <3
July 23rd, 2012 at 2:27 pm
One of my favorites since I moved to USA… sight*
July 23rd, 2012 at 9:09 pm
Yum Jen!! I love everything here! Are these pork or beef ribs.. they look so yummy and I too like the raw shots.
All of your photo’s are gorgeous!!!
You had such an amazing relationship with your dad.. I think you must be just like him. I can really sense the connection thru your words.
xoxo
July 24th, 2012 at 5:30 am
Oh my Jen - YUM! Gorgeous photos and I love the bowl of grilled zucchini! Such a sweet sentiment about your dad - this will always be a special recipe.
July 29th, 2012 at 10:11 pm
Those look finger lickin’ good….and I bet they were. I really like how you focused on the ribs, made them the star. And showing a few shots as you were getting them ready to throw on the barbie was a wonderful touch. So well planned and thought out.
August 21st, 2012 at 7:28 pm
While I’m not much of a rib fan, I’d sure try these!!! It’s that zucchini that really caught my eye though. I’m on a bit of a zucchini obsession this summer. Fabulous shots!! The advice from your dad is spot on!
August 25th, 2012 at 10:22 am
I haven’t grilled a single thing all summer. My only excuse is that I am still settling into my new house. But now I really wish I was grilling zucchinis.
August 26th, 2012 at 3:33 pm
Angelina, I miss you!!!! So good to hear from you!!!!