🍽 Bite of the Week features Fresh, Local Back Ribs from Weston Abattoir, Maidstone

👇🏻 Here’s a market fresh meal idea:

Ingredients:

For the Maple Mustard Back Ribs:

– 2 racks pork back ribs (approx. 2–3 lbs)

– Salt & pepper

– 1 tbsp olive oil (optional for searing)

Maple Mustard Glaze:

– ½ cup pure maple syrup

– ¼ cup grainy or Dijon mustard

– 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar

– 1 tbsp soy sauce

– 2 cloves garlic, minced

– ½ tsp paprika (optional)

For the Mac & Cheese:

– 2 cups elbow macaroni

– 2 tbsp butter

– 2 tbsp all-purpose flour

– 2 cups milk

– 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

– Salt & pepper to taste

– Optional: ½ tsp mustard powder or a pinch of nutmeg for depth

Directions:

Prepare the Ribs:

1. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).

2. Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs and pat dry.

3. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

4. Place ribs on a foil-lined baking sheet, cover tightly with foil, and bake for 2.5 hours, until tender.

Make the Maple Mustard Glaze:

1. In a small saucepan, combine maple syrup, mustard, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and paprika.

2. Simmer over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring often, until slightly thickened. Set aside.

Finish the Ribs:

1. Once ribs are tender, preheat grill (or oven broiler) to medium-high heat.

2. Brush ribs with maple mustard glaze and grill or broil for 5–7 minutes, turning and glazing occasionally until caramelized.

3. Remove from heat and rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Make the Mac & Cheese:

1. Boil macaroni in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. In a saucepan, melt butter, then whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.

3. Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until thickened (about 4–5 minutes).

4. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.

5. Season with salt, pepper, and optional mustard powder.

6. Fold in cooked macaroni and stir to coat.

Serve and Enjoy!

🚨 Fresh, Local Back Ribs from Weston Abattoir, Maidstone are ON SALE at Schinkels’ Meat Market in Essex until May 8th!

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