Place 3 pounds spareribs, cut in serving size pieces on rack in shallow baking pan. Do not cover. Do not add water. On each piece, place a lemon slice. Sprinkle 1/2 cup chopped onion over all. Bake at 450 degrees for 30 minutes. Pour Texas Barbecue Sauce (below) over ribs. Continue baking at 350 degrees for 1 1/2 to 2 hours. Baste with sauce every 15 minutes. Cover last 30 minutes. 3-4 servings.

TEXAS BARBECUE SAUCE:

2 tbsp. brown sugar
1 tbsp. paprika
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. dry mustard
1/4 tsp. chili powder
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
1/4 c. vinegar
1 c. tomato juice
1/4 c. catsup
1/2 c. water

Mix in saucepan. Simmer 15 minutes.