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Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs with Sauerkraut and Potatoes

Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs with Sauerkraut and Potatoes
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Slow Cooker Country Style Ribs with Sauerkraut and Potatoes is a delightful, hassle-free dish that combines tender beef ribs, tangy sauerkraut, and hearty potatoes for a satisfying family meal. This comforting one-pot recipe allows you to set it and forget it while the slow cooker works its magic, infusing all the ingredients with rich flavors. The subtle sweetness of apple juice paired with aromatic spices creates a unique taste experience that will leave your loved ones asking for seconds. Perfect for gatherings or cozy dinners, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also adaptable to include seasonal vegetables you have on hand.

Ingredients

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  • 4 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 4 pounds country style beef ribs
  • Salt/pepper to taste
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 10 new red potatoes (or two large russets cubed or thick sliced)
  • 2 medium carrots (sliced thick)
  • 1 onion (sliced and then halved)
  • 1–15 ounce can sauerkraut (drained)
  • 1/2 cup apple juice
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seed
  • 1 Tablespoon fennel seed
  • 1 whole apple (cored and sliced)
  • 1 Tablespoon flour
  • 2 Tablespoons cold water

Instructions

  1. Season beef ribs with salt and pepper, dredge in flour, and sear in a frying pan until golden brown.
  2. In the slow cooker, layer potatoes, carrots, onion, and drained sauerkraut. Pour apple juice over layers.
  3. Sprinkle caraway and fennel seeds on top. Add apple slices before placing seared ribs on top.
  4. Cover and cook on low for about 8 hours or until ribs are tender.
  5. If desired, remove cooked ingredients from slow cooker once done. Transfer remaining juices to a small saucepan.
  6. Bring sauce to a simmer; combine water/flour mixture into it while stirring continuously for about 2 minutes until thickened.

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