Step 1

Remove the sinew from the ribs (it's the white slimey thing on the rounded back part of the ribs.) I do this by lifting a edge of it up with a knife, then grabbing it with 2 fingers. If your lucky the entire things will come off in one pull.

Step 2

Cut the ribs in to 4 even sections, or in half. Doesn't matter how you slice it.

Step 3

Add to the slow cooker

Step 4

Sprinkle over the pepper, garlic powder and add the liquid smoke.

Step 5

Drizzle over the barbecue sauce.

Step 6

Pour the Dr. Pepper in.

Step 7

Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours without opening the lid during the cooking time.

Step 8

Serve with additional barbecue sauce if desired