SLOW COOKER SANTA FE COUNTRY RIBS

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Skip the typical barbecue sauce and season ribs with salsa and chili sauce. Olé!

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 lb boneless country-style pork ribs
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup Old El Paso® Thick 'n Chunky salsa
3/4 cup chili sauce
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 tablespoons tomato paste (from 6-oz can)

Steps:

  • Spray 3- to 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Place pork ribs in slow cooker; sprinkle with salt. In small bowl, mix salsa, chili sauce, cumin and ground red pepper; spoon over ribs.
  • Cover; cook on Low setting 8 to 9 hours.
  • Remove ribs from slow cooker; place on serving platter. Into 2-cup measuring cup or bowl, pour 1 cup cooking juices from slow cooker. Stir in tomato paste; spoon over ribs.
  • Leftover tomato paste can be easily frozen by dropping onto waxed paper in 2-tablespoon quantities and freezing until firm. Transfer to a freezer plastic bag. Add one portion to vegetable, rice or pasta mixtures for a rich tomato flavor.

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