Slow-Cooked Dry Rubbed Baby Back Ribs

Pre-oven...these smelled delicious while cooking!

Although, these aren't something I recommend you eat every week I have to admit...I've always enjoyed the savory feeling of enjoying a few fall off the bone ribs. There is something literally warming about the experience. This recipe is our rendition of a memphis style rib with some added spices that are great at igniting the digestive fire. It's much lower in sugar that many dry rubs out there. It is only sweetened with one tablespoon of coconut sugar which has a lower glycemic index and higher fiber content than cane sugar. I'm often asked why adding any sugar is necessary (because I oftentimes only add very small amounts). Seasonings like sugar and salt really help to enhance the flavor of the food - it makes it pop. I've realized over the years that healthy food is only good for me...if it's tasty enough for me to want to eat it. I'm over making disgusting no-flavor foods for them to rot in my fridge. :-) Hope you enjoy this delectable recipe as much as we did.

Candida Diet, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Soy-Free

Ingredients:
2-3 lbs. pasture raised baby back ribs

Makes extra rub that can be used with pork and beef.

Rub:
1/3 c. paprika
3 tbl. mustard powder
3 tbl. onion powder
3 tbl. garlic powder
3 tbl. chili powder
2 tbl. oregano
1 tbl. sea salt
1 tbl. coconut sugar
3 tsp. cumin
2 tsp. cayenne
1 tsp. coriander
1 tsp. allspice
The rub recipe yields around 1-1/2 cups. You'll only use a few tablespoons for these ribs.

We served ours with a fresh salad.

Directions:
1. Score the ribs by slicing X's into surface of the skin. Drizzle with oil and then rub spices over the ribs. 
2. Preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Place ribs on a baking pan and cook in preheated oven for 2-2 1/2  hours until desired tenderness is reached. 

Serves 4.






*Recipe and photos by Keri Marino.

Keri is an internationally Registered Yoga Teacher, creator of yoga props, and health lifestyle educator.  She owns and operates BAYA Wellness, LLC offering yoga classes, handmade props, and healthy lifestyle services. Keri teachers both privately and publicly around the Greenville area offering on-going classes and special events. 

BAYA... Be As You Are! 

Why I Practice Yoga

Me in Camel Pose 2009.

My first yoga experience was at home with a Rodney Yee DVD. The first time I came into Down Dog I literally yelped with discomfort. After long-distance running for many years my legs and hips were super tight. I wasn't anywhere near being able to touch my toes and stretching was extremely uncomfortable. Yet, somewhere deep inside I felt drawn towards the practice. Then one day, I got up the courage to attend an actual yoga class at my university recreation center. The teacher was a skinny dude with a calm voice and an observant personality. I had a hard time following along with all the lefts and rights. At one point in the class the teacher walked my way leaned over, giggled softly, and asked me in a non-judgemental way, "What are you doing?"  He helped me find the same position as the rest of the class without skipping a beat. I had a really hard time focusing my mind at first. It was hard not thinking about 100 other things...like how stupid my clothes looked compared to the cute clothes on the pretty girls practicing beside me.

Somehow, by the end of the first yoga class I was actually able to listen. I heard the teacher talk about focusing on your breathing and noticing the sensations in the body. He helped us to be really present and mindful of the experience. At one point or another, my hyperactive self-critical mind stopped controlling my experience.  I did something I probably hadn't really done in years...I actually relaxed.

I left that class and felt light, free, and happy. After that class I kept practicing at home and in yoga classes through the rec center several times a week. I discovered that yoga not only helped me feel better in the short term but also with my long-term health goals as well. Chronic low back pain went away, I started eating healthier, my stress levels dropped, and my digestion was stronger. 

Me in a variation of Side-Plank 2013.

Feeling better was and has always been the main reason I practice yoga. When I take the time to practice yoga in some way (it has many forms) I always feel better about myself, my body, and the world around me. When I feel better I am a better person... I have clearer thinking, lower stress levels, and I am more kind to myself and others. 

Some days when I practice I only focus on breathing and poses. Others I only do meditation or chanting. Many days I do all of the above, it just depends upon what I need to balance me out that day. Yoga has this incredible way of being customized to whatever your needs are. I practice yoga because I want to be a healthy happy person. I want to help others, and the best way to help others... is to help myself. :-)

 Be As You Are.


Keri is an internationally Registered Yoga Teacher, creator of yoga props, and health lifestyle educator.  She owns and operates BAYA Wellness, LLC offering yoga classes, handmade props, and healthy lifestyle services. Keri teachers both privately and publicly around the Greenville area offering on-going classes and special events. 

BAYA... Be As You Are! 

July Schedule

Public Classes:

Tuesdays
5:45-7pm Mindful Flow Yoga $10

Thursdays

12:30-1:45 Yoga for Cancer Survivors $Free* 

5:45-7pm Mindful Flow Yoga $10 

Sundays

10:45am-12:00pm Restorative Yoga $10 
2-3:30pm Mindful Flow Yoga $10 

All classes at Greenville Yoga's Augusta Road location. Suitable for students of all levels.

*Yoga for Cancer Survivors is offered in through the Greenville Hospital System's Center for Integrative Oncology and Survivorship in the mezzanine.

Subs for July:

I will not be offering private or public yoga classes from 7/12-7/16. I'm getting married - woot woot! :-) My classes at Greenville Yoga will have subs starting on Thursday 7/11.  

Private Yoga Classes and Consultations:
Private Classes offered in a variety of locations around the Greenville area for individuals, couples, families, businesses, etc.  Health education consultations are available as well see website for details (www.BAYAWellness.com)