If you are looking for a simple and flavorful dish, then you should try this slow cooker brown sugar topped pork with sweet potatoes. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks. With just a few ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. The sweet and savory combination of brown sugar and pork is perfectly complemented by the tender sweet potatoes. The slow cooker does all the work, so you can relax and enjoy your time while dinner cooks.
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SLOW COOKER PORK LOIN ROAST WITH BROWN SUGAR AND SWEET POTATOES
One of my favorite recipes passed on to me from a friend many years ago. This pork loin roast with brown sugar is easy to prepare and when it's done, it's so delicious! Serve with a green vegetable or salad and dinner rolls.
Provided by galet09
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pork Pork Roast Recipes
Time 6h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix pork rub seasoning and Chinese five-spice powder together in a small bowl. Rub all over pork roast.
- Place sweet potatoes into the bottom of a slow cooker; add brown sugar and butter. Place roast on top and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook on Low until roast is fork-tender, 6 to 7 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 94.9 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 27.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 214.3 mg, Sugar 21 g
SLOW-COOKER BROWN SUGAR-TOPPED PORK WITH SWEET POTATOES
Sweet brown sugar and spicy cayenne pepper combine in a delicious seasoning for pork and sweet potatoes.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 10h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place sweet potato slices in 5 to 6-quart slow cooker. Place pork on sweet potatoes. Mix remaining ingredients in small bowl; sprinkle over pork and potatoes.
- Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
- Remove pork from cooker; place on cutting board. Remove strings or netting from pork. Cut pork into slices, or pull pork into serving pieces using 2 forks. Serve with sweet potatoes, spooning juices over pork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 660 mg
SLOW COOKER SWEET POTATOES
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 3h10m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Toss the sweet potatoes with the cornstarch in a bowl to coat well. Add the mixture to a slow cooker and dot with the butter. Sprinkle over the brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice and cayenne. Pour in the vanilla, orange juice and 1/4 cup water. Season with salt. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low, stirring once or twice, until the potatoes are tender, about 3 hours.
- Toss the potatoes once more and transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle with the walnuts and parsley and serve.
SLOW-COOKER GARLIC PORK ROAST AND SWEET POTATOES
Love pork and sweet potatoes? Here's an easy way to get this favorite combo in a slow cooker meal.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 8h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- If pork roast comes in netting or is tied, remove netting or strings. Remove fat from pork. In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle salt and pepper over pork. Cook pork in oil about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until brown on all sides.
- In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, place sweet potatoes, onion and garlic. Place pork on vegetables. Pour broth over pork.
- Cover; cook on Low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 125 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 46 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 510 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g
PORK ROAST OVER SWEET POTATOES FOR THE CROCK POT
My husband always requests this recipe. I cook it 11 hours so the meat barely holds together. Works for low glycemic index diets.
Provided by Kate Kremann
Categories Yam/Sweet Potato
Time 8h30m
Yield 9 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine first 6 ingredients.
- Rub into pork.
- Put potatoes in the crock pot.
- Place pork on top of potatoes.
- Pour broth over all.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours.
CRANBERRY PORK & SWEET POTATOES
Serve your whole dinner from the slow cooker-tender pork chops and sweet potatoes flavored with applesauce, cranberry sauce and brown sugar. It's a wonderful meal for the holiday season. -Doris Branham, Kingston, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 6h10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place applesauce in a 6-qt. slow cooker. Top with sweet potatoes; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper and brown sugar., Place pork chops over potatoes; sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper. Spoon cranberry sauce over pork. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until pork and sweet potatoes are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 649 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 101g carbohydrate (58g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
SLOW COOKER BROWN SUGAR & BALSAMIC GLAZED PORK LOIN RECIPE
Pork Tenderloin slow cooked to perfection, then topped with the most delicious glaze. It's melt-in-your-mouth amazing and worth the extra step.
Provided by Elyse Ellis
Categories Main Course
Time 8h15m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine sage, salt, pepper and garlic. Rub over roast.
- Place in slow cooker with 1/2 cup water.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- About 1 hour before roast is done, combine all ingredients for glaze in small sauce pan. Heat and stir until mixture thickens. Brush roast with glaze 2 or 3 times during the last hour of cooking.
- Serve with remaining glaze on the side.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Sodium 613 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 19 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Choose a pork shoulder or pork butt roast that is at least 3 pounds. This will ensure that you have enough meat to feed a crowd.
- Trim any excess fat from the pork roast before cooking. This will help to reduce the amount of grease in the dish.
- Combine the brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub this mixture all over the pork roast.
- Place the pork roast in the slow cooker. Add the sweet potatoes, onions, and garlic to the slow cooker. Pour the pineapple juice over the pork and vegetables.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the pork is tender and the sweet potatoes are cooked through.
- Serve the pork and sweet potatoes with your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
This slow cooker brown sugar topped pork with sweet potatoes is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. The pork is tender and flavorful, and the sweet potatoes are sweet and caramelized. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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