Whoopi Goldberg's Beef Ribs

place ribs in large saucepot of water; heat to boiling -reduce heat and simmer, partially covered for 45 minutes -while ribs are cooking, in large saucepan combine all marinade ingredients plus 1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper and 1/2 tsp salt -heat to boiling -reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally -prheat oven 325F -drain ribs and arrange in 1 layer in large roasting pan -pour 2 cups marinade over ribs, brushing it on to cover both sides -bake 40 to 60 minutes, until ribs are tender -serve with remaining marinade on the side and lots of napkins