3/4 c. ketchup
1/2 c. dark corn syrup
1/4 c. soy sauce
2 tbsp. cider vinegar
2 tbsp. prepared mustard
1 clove garlic, minced or pressed
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
3 lbs. spareribs, cut in 3-inch pieces

In small bowl stir together ketchup, corn syrup, soy sauce, vinegar, mustard, garlic, and pepper until well-blended.

Place riblets on rack in shallow roasting or broiler pan. Brush with some of sauce. Bake at 375 degrees, turning and basting frequently with sauce, 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until tender.