Blackened Cajun Ribs

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs. pork spareribs, cut into 8 ounce portions
• 1 Tbs. paprika
• 1-1/2 tsp. onion powder
• 1-1/2 tsp. garlic powder
• 1 tsp. black pepper
• 3/4 tsp. salt
• 3/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 3/4 tsp. thyme, crushed
• 3/4 tsp. oregano, crushed
  

Directions:

1. Place ribs in a pan of boiling water. Simmer, covered, 45 minutes and drain.
2. Combine seasonings in a bowl and sprinkle on both sides of warm ribs, rubbing in slightly.
3. Preheat oven to 350°F. Place ribs in a shallow baking pan and bake in a single layer 45 minutes, until ribs are tender and nicely browned.