Baby Back Ribs (2-2-1 Method) - Eating Later

atlegg22

Quick question on the last step of the 2-2-1 method. If we are planning to eat a couple hours after the ribs are finished, does it make sense to do the last 1 hour on the grate right  before eating or do it all at once (2-2-1) and then foil until we eat? Thanks.

johnnyp

Personally, I prefer the let the ribs rest for a little bit before serving.  Let's them disperse some excess heat, which makes slicing ribs much easier

atlegg22

I agree. But should I do the last 1 hour on the grate and then rest?

johnnyp

atlegg22 said:

I agree. But should I do the last 1 hour on the grate and then rest?

I'm unsure if I understand the question.

You said you're doing 2-2-1, right?  That means the last hour will be unwrapped on the grate.  

carl292

Keep it simple ,dont overthink it and forget the foil. 250 dome temp , leave shut for 3hrs and check them real quick. Recheck in another hr. 
My baby backs take 4.5-5 hrs and are perfectly tender. I go for internal temp of 187-190
Sauce on the side

carl292