In a large bowl that has a cover or a pot that has a cover, place the rack of spare ribs. Add the ingredients for the brine and cover with water. Cover the container and place in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. In a baking pan place the ribs and add about an inch one inch of the brine water. Place in the oven and bake for about 2 to 2 ½ hours, do not replace the brine that evaporates. It should evaporate while the ribs bake.