re: Using a crockpot without liquid.

For years, I thought that any meat cooked in a crock pot had to be completely submerged in liquid, and it turned out pretty darned tasty so I continued doing so. I then stumbled across a crock pot baby back rib recipe which used absolutely no liquid at all. Just apply your favorite dry rub and toss into the crock, using a light spray of oil so it doesn't stick. In about 7+ hours on low, you've got some darned fine ribs that you could eat just like that, or whack into the oven for a few minutes for texture or to add any sauce you might like.