BBQ Ribs with Dirty Rice, Baked Beans, Collard Greens & Baked Mac and Cheese

Instructions

step 1 Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and place the ribs on a baking tray. Rub them with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper.
/n step 2 Cover the ribs with foil and bake for about 2 hours until tender. Remove the foil, brush generously with barbecue sauce, and bake another 15 minutes until caramelized.
/n step 3 In a skillet cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic and cook until softened.
/n step 4 Stir in cooked rice, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper and cook for a few minutes until well combined to create dirty rice.
/n step 5 In a saucepan cook chopped bacon until slightly crispy. Add baked beans, brown sugar, and mustard and simmer for about 10 minutes.
/n step 6 In a pot cook bacon and sliced onion until fragrant. Add collard greens, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes and simmer covered for 30–40 minutes until tender.
/n step 7 Cook macaroni in salted boiling water until al dente and drain.
/n step 8 In a saucepan melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
/n step 9 Stir cheddar cheese into the sauce until melted, then mix with cooked macaroni. Transfer to a baking dish, top with extra cheese, and bake at 375°F for 20 minutes until bubbly.
/n step 10 Serve the barbecue ribs with dirty rice, baked beans, collard greens, and baked mac and cheese for a hearty Southern-style plate.

Storage and Reheating Tips

Store leftovers in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat ribs and mac and cheese in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through. Rice, beans, and greens can be reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave with a small splash of broth or water to keep them moist.