In a small bowl, mix together paprika, brown sugar, cayenne and S&P.  Rub this mixture all over both sides of your ribs well.  Arrange ribs in the slow cooker by standing them up against the wall of the stoneware pot, thicker side down and meaty side against the pot.  Pour barbecue sauce over the ribs, cover and cook for 4-6 hours on low (I find new slow cookers cook SO hot! You know your own slow cooker best, but my food usually starts to burn on low after 4 hours – cooking time may need to be adjusted depending on your crock pot!)

Ribs Uncooked – they have been rubbed with spice mixture and laid again the pot (make sure to spray the pot with pam first) Top with your favorite BBQ sauce and hit start!

BBQ ribs ready to enjoy!