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    Slow Cooker Pumpkin BBQ Ribs

    September 24, 2017 by bobbiskozykitchen Leave a Comment

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    Fall into flavor with our Slow Cooker Pumpkin BBQ Ribs! This tantalizing dish combines the warmth of pumpkin with slow-cooked baby back ribs for a seasonal twist on a classic favorite. Smothered in a rich, homemade pumpkin-infused BBQ sauce, these ribs are a taste of autumn you won't want to miss. Set it, forget it, and savor the goodness!

    Slow Cooker Pumpkin BBQ Ribs - Pumpkin adds that touch of fall to this delicious slow cooker version of baby back ribs. From www.bobbiskozykitchen.com

    Are you a pumpkin YAY or a pumpkin nay person?
     
    I, obviously, am pro pumpkin    but that is not just because PSL is on everybody's lips right now. Nope, I have been a pumpkin lover since I was an itty bitty foodie. 
     
    But, before you get your nickers in a twist about pumpkin in your BBQ sauce, remember this.
     
    Pumpkin is a squash, it is not sweet until you add sweetener to it.
     
    You can not believe a number of people that have given me the stank face when I tell them I make pumpkin BBQ sauce! 
     
    Now, if you use pumpkin pie filling INSTEAD of pumpkin puree? 
     
     

    Slow Cooker Pumpkin BBQ Ribs from www.bobbiskozykitchen.com

    Oh, and while we are talking about pumpkin puree, have you tried making your own?
     
    I know buying it is soooo much easier, but trust me, homemade is the way to go!! You wouldn't believe how easy it really is plus homemade tastes better, and has more nutrients. 
     
    Give it a try!

     

    Slow Cooker Pumpkin BBQ Ribs from www.bobbiskozykitchen.com
     
    Now, where were we?
     
    Pumpkin, yay or nay, not sweet, make your own.
     
    Oh ya, Pumpkin BBQ Sauce!
     
    This is not my first venture into savory land with pumpkin. Oh no! There has been Sausage Stuffed Pumpkin, Pumpkin Alfredo with Roasted Garlic and Mushrooms, Twice Baked Pumpkin Stuffed Sweet Potatoes, and 3 Cheese Pumpkin Mac and Cheese.
     
    The thing about adding pumpkin is, it just kinda adds a depth of flavor to the sauce. Kind of an earthy flavor. 
     
    Maybe earthy isn't the best description? I don't want you to think "dirt" but it is kinda the best I've got right now.
     

     

     

    Slow Cooker Pumpkin BBQ Ribs - Pumpkin adds that touch of fall to this delicious slow cooker version of baby back ribs. From www.bobbiskozykitchen.com

     

    The thing about this recipe that makes me uber happy is that I combine two of my fave things.
     
    Pumpkin + BBQ sauce.
     

     

    If you have followed me for very long, you know I am kinda obsessed with BBQ sauces. I have recipes on the blog for Classic BBQ Sauce, Blackberry BBQ Sauce, Korean BBQ Sauce, Alabama White BBQ Sauce, and Roasted Strawberry BBQ Sauce.
     
    And those are just the ones I have on the blog!!
     
    Kevin says I will try to make just about anything into a BBQ sauce 
     
    BUT
     
    He isn't complaining 
    Slow Cooker Pumpkin BBQ Ribs from www.bobbiskozykitchen.com

     

    Still feeling like this is the Twighlight zone and Pumpkin BBQ sauce can't be a real thing?
     
    Take it from Mini Me aka Miss Picky Pants.
     
    This is a direct quote.
     
    My Mom's Pumpkin BBQ Sauce is the shhh err stuff!
     
    Nuff said!

     

    Slow Cooker Pumpkin BBQ Ribs from www.bobbiskozykitchen.com

    Yield: 6 to 8 servingsAuthor: Bobbi Burleson

    Slow Cooker Pumpkin BBQ Ribs

    Pumpkin adds that touch of fall to this delicious slow cooker version of baby back ribs.
    prep time: 5 MINScook time: 8 hour and 30 MINStotal time: 8 hours and 35 mins

    INGREDIENTS:

    For the BBQ Sauce
    • 1 cup pumpkin puree
    • 2 cups sugar-free ketchup
    • 1/2 cup Besti brown sweetener
    • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons keto maple syrup 
    • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
    • 1 tablespoon paprika
    • 2 teaspoons salt
    • 1 tablespoon dry mustard
    • 1 tablespoon onion powder
    • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
    • 1 cup pumpkin beer* See Cook's Notes
    For the Ribs
    • 1 cup Low Carb BBQ rub (homemade or store-bought)
    • 2 racks of baby back ribs

    INSTRUCTIONS

    1. Add the ingredients for the BBQ sauce to a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 30 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally. Allow sauce to cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator if not using immediately.
    2. Meanwhile, remove the ribs from the refrigerator and place them on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Cut the racks of ribs in half and rub each side with 1/4 cup of the BBQ rub. Allow the ribs to set at room temperature while the BBQ sauce cooks.
    3. Place the ribs into the slow cooker and cover them with 1 1/2 cups of the sauce, reserving the remainder for the finished ribs.
    4. Cook on low for 7 to 8 hours.
    5. Carefully remove the ribs from the slow cooker. Brush with remaining sauce.
    Cook's Notes
    1. If you can not find pumpkin beer you can use a brown ale.
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    Slow Cooker Pumpkin BBQ Ribs - Pumpkin adds that touch of fall to this delicious slow cooker version of baby back ribs. From www.bobbiskozykitchen.com

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    Comments

    1. Parenting Patch

      September 25, 2017 at 9:45 am

      I love all things with pumpkin! Your recipe sounds absolutely delightful for cooler fall weather!

      Reply
    2. Sarah Bailey

      September 25, 2017 at 12:43 pm

      Oh wow now this sounds like something delicious, I have recently got into ribs and it is most definitely the time for pumpkin right now.

      Reply
    3. Regina Malloy

      September 25, 2017 at 12:58 pm

      wows ounds interesting i never thought of using pumpkin might be delis!

      Reply
    4. Patricia

      September 25, 2017 at 2:47 pm

      this is something different! never tired this before but i wonder if it will work with chicken instead? my husband does the rib and im not allowed to interfere lol

      Reply
    5. mydeliciousmeals

      September 25, 2017 at 2:58 pm

      I've never used pumpkin on my ribs, but these look so yummy!! I will definitely give them a try once finish my Whole 30 cycle )

      Reply
    6. MICHELLE GWYNN JONES

      September 25, 2017 at 5:30 pm

      I usually make my own sauces, but I have to admit I have never made it with pumpkin. Reading this recipe over, it sounds like it would be really good.

      Reply
    7. Kim

      September 25, 2017 at 9:32 pm

      I've never even thought of this! My husband usually smokes our ribs, and we don't eat them with a sauce, but we'll have to try this one!

      Reply
    8. Unknown

      September 26, 2017 at 7:04 am

      I have never heard about pumpkin sauce but it seems really tasty and flavored. I can't get my eyes off that shiny BBQ. Maybe I should try this recipe this weekend cause I love pumpkin, too. Thanks for your sharing.

      Reply
    9. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

      September 26, 2017 at 11:24 am

      Oh yes, I hope you do give it a try 🙂

      Reply
    10. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

      September 26, 2017 at 11:25 am

      We love to smoke too! I just like to change it up from smoking, to dry rub only, to different kinds of sauces.

      Reply
    11. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

      September 26, 2017 at 11:26 am

      Awesome! Good luck on your Whole 30 and I hope you enjoy the sauce!!

      Reply
    12. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

      September 26, 2017 at 11:27 am

      I love making my own sauces too! Another one of my families favorites is my roasted strawberry BBQ sauce 🙂

      Reply
    13. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

      September 26, 2017 at 11:28 am

      Haha is he the king of the grill like mine? I have to all but arm wrestle him to let me on the grill 🙂 Yes, this is great with chicken too!!

      Reply
    14. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

      September 26, 2017 at 11:29 am

      Oh yes, it is pumpkin time 🙂 Glad you are jumping on the rib train, we LOVE them here!

      Reply
    15. Bobbi | Bobbi's Kozy Kitchen

      September 26, 2017 at 11:30 am

      Thanks so much!!

      Reply
    16. Unknown

      September 26, 2017 at 11:36 am

      This sounds and looks amazing. I would love to try this. Will have to make these soon.

      Reply
    17. Unknown

      September 27, 2017 at 6:55 pm

      I always love pumpkin pie but pumpkin with rib sounds great. thanks for sharing an other way to use pumpkin for a delicious recipe.

      Reply
    18. Unknown

      September 28, 2017 at 10:17 am

      This sounds super intriguing. I never heard of it before but I'd love to try it out!

      Reply
    19. Unknown

      September 29, 2017 at 4:10 am

      I love this!! I'm all about pumpkin everything, so this is right up my alley. Can't wait to give it a try!

      Reply

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