You'll soon see that the very best way to cook ribs is not on a grill or smoker. It's in a slow cooker. Slow-cooker ribs are fork-tender and meaty. A quick, homemade spice mix adds a smokiness that ...

Tom Colicchio's braised short ribs are meltingly tender and marinated in red wine for a rich sauce. They're fabulous over mashed potatoes or buttered noodles. Tom Colicchio is the chef and owner of ...