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Ingredients

  • 2 racks spare or St. Louisstyle pork ribs (about 8 pounds), membrane removed (see page 64)
  • 1/4 cup Cheater Basic Dry Rub (page 45) blended with 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup bottled smoke
  • Barbecue sauce (optional; you pick, pages 38 to 43)

Method

  • CUT the ribs into 2- to 3-bone sections with a sharp knife.
  • RUB the ribs with the dry rub blend and pile them in a large slow cooker (at least 6 quarts).
  • POUR the bottled smoke over the ribs.
  • Cover and cook on high for 5 to 6 hours or on low for 8 to 10 hours.
  • Serve as is or finish with a sauce.
  • To finish with a sauce, Brush the ribs with barbecue sauce.
  • BAKE in a 450F oven for about 10 minutes or place them under the broiler about 4 inches from the heat source until the sauce has caramelized and cooks onto the ribs, 5 to 7 minutes.