Darned Good Boneless Short Ribs

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
• 2 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
• 2 1/2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 cup or your favorite thick barbecue sauce
• 1 tablespoon granulated onion
• 2 pounds boneless beef short ribs, connective tissue removed
• 1/2 cup paprika (try 1/4 cup smoked paprika and 1/4 cup sweet paprika)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar