Preheat the oven to 300°F to 325°F
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs
Pat the ribs dry with paper towels
Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika
Optional: add brown sugar, chili powder, or cayenne for extra flavor
Wrap the ribs tightly in foil
Place the wrapped ribs on a baking sheet
Bake for 2.5 to 3.5 hours until tender
Unwrap the ribs carefully
Brush with barbecue sauce if desired
Increase oven temperature to 425°F or use a broiler
Bake or broil for 5 to 10 minutes until the sauce caramelizes
Rest the ribs for 10 minutes
Slice between the bones and serve