Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. See my video for an easy demo. Just slide your fingers around the side to loosen it up and rip it right off.

Give the ribs a dry rub if you want. This step is optional. Some people like a good dry rub first for additional flavor.

Put your ribs in the crockpot. Lather them with barbecue sauce. You can use a homemade sauce like my Raspberry-Chipotle Barbecue Sauce for ribs or a store-bought bottle. If you are going store-bought I recommend using Sweet Baby Ray’s. Just remember to save a little bit for later.

Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours. The more racks in the pot, the longer you’ll need to cook.

Gently remove the racks and lay them out on a foil lined baking sheet. Add more barbecue sauce on top.

How to Make Perfect Ribs in the Slow Cooker

Broil under a broiler for 3-5 minutes until the barbecue sauce starts to bubble and caramelize. Alternately you could wrap them in foil and throw them on a heated grill for the same effect. I sometimes do this for crowds and picnics. This keep the ribs warm until ready to eat and makes it easy to pass out portions.