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Root Beer BBQ Ribs

Name: Root Beer BBQ Ribs
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 6 h
Total time: 6 h 25 min
Yield: 5 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup root beer; 1 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup orange juice; 3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons molasses; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 4-1/2 pounds pork baby back ribs; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper

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10 Reviews

Total Time:Prep: 25 min. Cook: 6 hours

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by mairyn s

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Updated on Oct. 23, 2022

The slow cooker does a great job of creating super tender and juicy ribs. The yummy sauce has a mildly sweet flavor. —Mairyn S., Sandy, Utah

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Root Beer BBQ Ribs

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Yield:5 servings

Prep:25 min

Cook:6 hours

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Ingredients

1 cup root beer
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup orange juice
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons molasses
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4-1/2 pounds pork baby back ribs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

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Directions

1
In a small saucepan, combine the first 10 ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until sauce is reduced to 2 cups. Set aside.

2
Cut ribs into five serving-size pieces; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Pour sauce over ribs. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until meat is tender. Serve with sauce.