HOW TO MAKE IT :
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the baby back ribs. Use s paper towel to grab and remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. T
- Drizzle on both sides with olive oil and rub generously with the dry rub.
- Spray the inside of a 6 quart oval slow cooker or similar with cooking spray. Arrange 1 rack of ribs along the wall of the slow cooker insert.
- Arrange the second rack of ribs on the interior of the slow cooker.
- Mix together the Dr Pepper and liquid smoke and carefully drizzle over the ribs. Make sure the lid covers snugly.
- Cook on low for 7-8 hours or until fork tender. The ribs will become very tender, so, handle carefully.
- Remove to a pan and cool uncovered.
- After cooling, cover with plastic wrap and chill if making in advance.
- To broil: Move the oven rack to the highest position and set on broil. Spritz a baking sheet liberally with cooking spray. Brush one side of the ribs with bbq sauce. Broil for approximately 4-5 minutes per side or until charred. Repeat with the other side. Rest uncovered for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- To grill: Preheat the grill to medium. Liberally oil the grates. Brush one side of the ribs with bbq sauce and grill until charred, approximately 4-6 minutes per side. Repeat on the opposite side. Rest uncovered for 5-10 minutes before serving.
