Slow Cooker Coca-Cola Ribs

There’s something wonderfully comforting about letting a slow cooker do the heavy lifting—especially on days when life feels full. These tender, fall-apart baby back ribs simmer gently in a sweet, tangy cola bath, soaking up flavor until they’re practically irresistible. It’s the kind of recipe I love pulling out when the family wants something hearty without a lot of fuss.

Ingredients

• 1 rack pork baby back ribs
• 12 oz Coca-Cola
• 18 oz jar of your favorite barbecue sauce
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Lightly coat the inside of your slow cooker with nonstick spray.
2. Season the ribs generously with salt and pepper, then nestle them into the slow cooker.
3. Pour the Coca-Cola over the ribs, then spoon in half of the barbecue sauce.
4. Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours or high for 4 hours, until the ribs are tender.
5. Optional but delicious: Transfer the cooked ribs to a rimmed baking sheet, brush with the remaining barbecue sauce, and broil for around 5 minutes, just until the edges caramelize.