SMOKED RIBS WITH HONEY-MUSTARD SAUCE

Hickory chips
5 lb. pork spareribs
1/2 C. honey
1/4 C. firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 C. prepared mustard
1/2 tsp. maple flavoring

Soak hickory chips in water at least 15 minutes. Prepare charcoal fire in smoker; let burn 15 to 20 minutes or until coals are white. Place hickory chips on coals. Place water in pan in smoker; fill with water. Place ribs on food rack. Cover with smoker lid; cook ribs 3 hours. Combine honey and remaining ingredients in a saucepan; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar dissolves. Baste ribs with sauce; cover and cook 30 minutes. Turn ribs over, and baste again with sauce. Cover and cook an additional 30 minutes. Yields 5 to 6 servings.