3 lbs. spareribs
3/4 c. ketchup or tomato sauce
3/4 c. water
2 tbsp. brown sugar
2 tbsp. vinegar
2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
2 lg. onions, sliced
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. black pepper
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper

Salt and pepper meat. Cut apart ribs and brown on both sides in a skillet. Mix the rest of the ingredients and pour over the browned ribs. Cover tightly and cook slowly for 1 1/2 hours, basting frequently. Twenty minutes before serving, remove lid to let the sauce thicken.