Hot and Spicy Spareribs

1 3-pound rack pork spareribs
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
2/3 cup cider vinegar
2/3 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Melt butter in a large skillet over low heat; add onion and garlic, and saute until tender. Add remaining ingredients, except ribs, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Place ribs on grill, meatiest side down, about 6 inches above low coals or over indirect heat (banked coals). Close grill hood. Cook for 20 minutes; turn. Cook for 45 minutes. Baste with sauce, close grill and cook 10 minutes. Turn ribs, baste and cook 10 minutes more. Serves 3.

Servings: 3