"While the soft McDonald's bun is part of the McRib experience, French bread is the perfect option if you're looking for an elevated upgrade. The thicker crust provides a toothsome bite that lends a nice textural contrast to the tender pork, while firmly maintaining the overall structure of the sandwich. Meanwhile, the soft interior will help soak up the BBQ sauce without turning the bottom into a soggy mess, which can"
"be a problem with the McDonald's bun. This means you can slather on the sauce without losing any of the flavor or having the bread disintegrate in your hands. Plus, French bread has a slight tang that can keep the sandwich from feeling overly sweet, while still being neutral enough to let the smoky savoriness of the BBQ pork shine. And between less mess and an added layer of subtle complexity,"
French bread transforms a McRib by adding a thicker crust for toothsome bite and texture contrast while the soft interior soaks up BBQ sauce without becoming soggy. The bread’s slight tang balances sweetness yet remains neutral enough to highlight smoky pork flavor. Using French bread preserves sandwich structure, reduces mess, and adds subtle complexity for a more refined dining experience. For the meat, smoking actual ribs yields pull-apart BBQ texture; remove the membrane, make a thin cut beside every bone, coat ribs in rub, mustard, and seasonings, then smoke them at 275 degrees Fahrenheit for a couple
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