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CROCKPOT PORK ROAST

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Just 5 ingredients transform into the most tender, flavorful pork roast you've ever tasted! Perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base:
  • 5 pound pork shoulder roast
  • 2 large sweet onions sliced
  • 2 tablespoons McCormick Grill Mates Roasted Garlic & Herb Seasoning Mix
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chicken broth
Optional Add-ins:
  • Baby potatoes
  • Carrots
  • Fresh herbs
  • Black pepper
  • Garlic cloves

Method
 

  1. Grease a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. Layer sliced onions in bottom of cooker.
  3. Pat pork roast dry with paper towels.
  4. Mix seasoning blend and salt; rub all over pork.
  5. Place seasoned pork on top of onions.
  6. Pour broth AROUND roast (not over top).
  7. Cover and cook on HIGH 6-7 hours or LOW 9-10 hours.
  8. Meat should pull apart easily with fork when done.
  9. Remove and let rest 10 minutes.
  10. Shred meat, removing any large fat pieces.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Prep onions and season meat night before
  • Storage: Keeps 3-4 days refrigerated
  • Freezing: Freeze shredded meat up to 3 months
  • Serving: Save juices for serving
  • Size: Use 6-quart or larger slow cooker
  • Variations: Great for tacos, nachos, or sandwiches

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