Crock Pot Baby Back Ribs
My crock pot and I have a long history of coming to the rescue when a delectable meal is needed. When I didn’t know what I was doing at all in the kitchen, my crock pot would come to the rescue. This is one of those recipes that will let your crock pot do all the work, and let YOU get all of the credit. Best type of recipe EVER. And these fall apart ribs will become a go-to resident in your crock pot as well.
Servings Prep Time
6peopl 10minutes
Cook Time
8hours
Servings Prep Time
6peopl 10minutes
Cook Time
8hours
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Slice rack of ribs in half so that they fit into the crock pot insert. Lightly salt & pepper the ribs.
  2. Place the ribs in the crock pot insert. Sprinkle liberally with BBQ seasoning. Place sliced onions in insert with the ribs.
  3. Add the apple juice. This will infuse the pork ribs with a great sweetness while they cook.
  4. Cook on low for 8 hours.
  5. Remove from crock pot and allow the ribs to rest, tented with foil, for 10 minutes to allow moisture to reabsorb into meat.
  6. Slice, serve, and top with your favorite BBQ sauce.
Recipe Notes

The Sweet & Smoky BBQ rub that I use here (and in lots and LOTS of other recipes) is this fantastic rub from Steven Raichlen’s fabulous cookbook, The Barbeque Bible: Sauces, Rubs & Marinades.

I make this stuff in large quantities and keep it on hand for recipes like this one, or when I am stumped for what to do with a particular protein.  It works on pretty much anything you have on hand, and is a crowd-pleaser like no other.  I’ve even been known to give this spice rub as gifts for holiday gift exchanges or hostess gifts.  Once you try it, you’ll be sold and will be putting it on everything you make.

You know what makes an even better gift than just a small jar of this BBQ rub?  Giving the whole darned cookbook!  I mean, the holidays ARE fast-approaching, so why not add this to the list for your favorite BBQ fiend?

You’re welcome!