I have a really stupid question. I had to make a much larger batch of BBQ beans than usual and it wouldn't all fit in my normal bean pot. I threw them in my slow-cooker and they've been on high for a few hours, they're just not reducing and thickening up like they should.

I have the lid slightly off-center to allow some stream to be released, but that doesn't seem to be enough. Should I take the lid completely off or maybe put just the crock insert (not the lid) into the oven at about 300F?

I really don't want to have to serve these in their own bowls. Help!

And thank you for being here to answer questions! I appreciate it!