Preheat the oven to 275°F.
Line two baking sheets or roasting pans with foil.
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs if it remains.
Mix liquid smoke and Dijon mustard, then coat both sides of the ribs.
Mix the dry spices and seasonings.
Rub the dry mixture over all sides of the ribs.
Seal each slab in its own foil packet and place on the lined tray.
Bake packets for 3 hours, then unwrap and continue baking until tender, about 30 minutes more.
Brush with barbecue sauce during the unwrapped bake if desired.
Rest up to 20 minutes, cut into single-bone portions, and serve.