Who says sliders have to be burgers? We came up with a fresh take on the summer slider, this one packed with short ribs rather than a meaty patty. Most grocers offer two varieties of beef short ribs – with the bone and without. For this recipe you’ll want the boneless option. Its marbling and big beefy flavor make it a great candidate for the grill, too.

Don’t feel like making your own? See how the professionals do it at Lake in the Hills’ Rockin’ Ribfest Thursday through Sunday at Sunset Park. Read more in Thursday’s Sidetracks.