Root Beer BBQ Ribs

[nverland]

Root Beer BBQ Ribs
Prep: 25 min. Cook: 6 hours 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

Directions
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.
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. Yield: 5 servings.

Nutritional Facts
1 serving equals 804 calories, 55 g fat (21 g saturated fat), 220 mg cholesterol, 1,378 mg sodium, 29 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 46 g protein.