Pork Short Ribs

2 lb pork short ribs
8 cups of water
salt to taste
coarse ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons liquid smoke

1 tsp olive oil
8 tbsp favorite BBQ sauce
3 tbsp finely minced sweet onion, combine w/BBQ sauce

1) Preheat oven to 375 F. On the stovetop, in a large pot, bring water to a rolling boil, then add liquid smoke. Add salted/peppered ribs to water and boil 15 mins. Remove and place in baking dish, brushing w/olive oil ( you may also use more salt and pepper, optional). Place on middle rack in the oven for 40 min.
2) After 40 min, remove from oven, apply BBQ sauce and reduce heat to 325 F. Bake for 30 to 45 mins. more, basting frequently.