MAPLE-MUSTARD COUNTRY-STYLE RIBS

1 large onion, cut into 1/4-inch slices, separated into rings

1/3 cup maple flavored syrup

1/4 cup spicy brown mustard or country-style Dijon mustard

2 1/2 to 3 lbs country-style pork ribs, trimmed of fat and cut into 3-inch pieces

Place onion rings in slow cooker. 

In a small bowl, combine syrup and mustard, mixing well to blend. Spread evenly over the ribs then place ribs in cooker over the onion.

Place lid on cooker and cook on low setting for at least 8 hours. If desired, serve with additional mustard.

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