Oktoberfest Ribs With Apple Sauerkraut
By: Melissa Peterman
Published: Friday, December 10, 2010 - 1:02am

Ingredients




1 1/2 pounds spareribs trimmed to fit into slow cooker, cut in 2-rib portions
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
2 smalls red potatoes sliced ¼-inch thick
1 small onion peeled and sliced
1 pound package refrigerated sauerkraut rinsed and drained
2 smalls red apples cored and sliced ¼-inch thick
1/2 cup apple cider
4 tablespoons catsup
1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds coarsely crushed

Preparation

1 In large nonstick skillet brown ribs in oil over heat. 2 Place in 3 1/2-4-quart slow cooker with potatoes, onion, sauerkraut and apples. Combine remaining ingredients and pour over. 3 Cook, covered, on Low 6-8 hours (or on for 3-4 hours).