Barbecued Ribs (either beef or pork)

This recipe came from an old cookbook that was given to me more than 30 years ago. Whenever I prepare this for guests, they always want to take some of the sauce home. It's simple, very good and satisfying.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 30 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 6  lbs  country-style beef ribs or 6  lbs country-style pork ribs
• 4  onions, chopped
• 6  green onions, chopped
• 2  cups water
• 2  beef bouillon cubes
• 1⁄2 cup dark brown sugar, packed
• 1  cup ketchup
• 1⁄2 cup cider vinegar
• 1 (1 lb) can tomato puree
• 1  tablespoon  garlic salt
• 1  tablespoon  celery salt
• 1  tablespoon chili powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon allspice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon clove
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ginger
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dry mustard
• 1⁄2 cup  sweet pickle relish, drained

Directions

1. Brown the meat in a heavy skillet (I use cast iron).
2. Combine remaining ingredients in large, deep kettle (I have a large electric roaster that works great for this).
3. Bring to a boil, stirring often, and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. Add meat, cover and simmer for 2 hours or until meat is tender.