Slow Cooker Country Style Spareribs

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Description

Juicy country-style ribs slow-cooked until tender in a tangy barbecue sauce. The ribs become fall-apart tender and richly flavored—a perfect no-fuss main dish for any occasion.

Ingredients
  • 4 pounds pork spareribs salt and pepper to taste 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 stalks celery, chopped
  • 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons worcestershire sauce
Directions
  1. Season ribs with salt and pepper to taste. In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, brown ribs on all sides.
  2. Place half of the onion, green pepper, and celery in the bottom of a slow cooker. Place half of the ribs on top the vegetables, then repeat layering with the remaining vegetables and ribs. In a medium bowl, stir together the tomato sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, lemon juice, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour mixture over the top of the ribs.
  3. Cover, and cook on High for 1 hour. Reduce to Low, and cook for another 8 to 9 hours.