Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   2      pounds        pork back ribs
   2      tablespoons   dried minced onion
   1      tablespoon    onion powder
   4      teaspoons     ground thyme
   2      teaspoons     salt
   2      teaspoons     ground allspice
     1/2  teaspoon      ground nutmeg
     1/2  teaspoon      ground cinnamon
   1      tablespoon    sugar
   2      teaspoons     black pepper
   1      teaspoon      cayenne

Preparation:

In a small jar with tight-fitting lid, shake together all dry ingredients until well-blended. Rub dry mixture onto all surfaces of ribs. Grill ribs over indirect heat in covered grill, turning occasionally, until ribs are very tender, about 1 1/2 hours (OR roast ribs on rack in shallow pan in 350F oven for 1 1/2 hours). Cut into 1- or 2-rib portions to serve. Serves 16 as an appetizer.