Spicy Sweet Ribs And Beans Crock Pot

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I found this recipe in southern living! Yummy! i've prepared this the night before on low to have done for an early dinner! i did tweak it. The optional ingredients were added to the original recipe from southern living.

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Steps

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Place beans in a 5-quart electric slow cooker.

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Set aside.

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Cut ribs apart.

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Sprinkle with garlic powder , salt , and pepper.

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Place ribs on a broiling pan.

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Besides browning for taste this removes some of the fat.

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Broil 5 1 / 2 inches from heat 18 to 20 minutes or until browned , turning once.

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Add ribs to slow cooker , and sprinkle with onion , garlic , and pepper.

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Combine jelly , barbecue sauce , and hot sauce in a saucepan.

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Cook over low heat until jelly melts.

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Pour over ribs.

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Stir gently.

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Cover and cook at high 5 to 6 hours or at low 9 to 10 hours.

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Remove ribs.

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Drain bean mixture , reserving sauce.

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Skim fat from sauce.

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Arrange ribs over bean mixture.

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Serve with sauce.

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Serve on a bed of rice.

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Ingredients

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pinto beans, country-style pork ribs, garlic powder, salt, pepper, onion, green bell pepper, garlic cloves, cumin, red jalapeno jelly, hickory flavored barbecue sauce, green chili sauce