SLOW-COOKER PULLED PORK WITH ROOT BEER SAUCE

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Make melt-in-your mouth pork for easy sandwiches with a surprising secret ingredient--taste it and you'll be a believer.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 7h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
1 boneless pork loin roast (3 lb)
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cans (12 oz each) root beer (3 cups)
1 bottle (12 oz) chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
12 sandwich buns

Steps:

  • In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over high heat. Cook pork roast in oil 6 to 10 minutes or until brown on all sides.
  • In 3- to 4-quart slow cooker, place pork roast, 2 teaspoon salt, the pepper, onion and 1 cup of the root beer. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
  • About 30 minutes before serving, in 4-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, heat remaining 2 cups root beer, the chili sauce and 1/2 teaspoon salt to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium. Cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture is glossy and reduced to 2 1/2 to 3 cups.
  • Remove pork from slow cooker, discarding cooking liquid. Shred pork, using 2 forks to pull pork apart. Stir in chili sauce mixture. To serve, spoon about 1/2 cup pork mixture in each bun.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 370, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 3 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1130 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g

Andrew Goodaker
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I love this recipe! The pork is always so tender and juicy, and the root beer sauce is the perfect finishing touch. I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Sondra McBride
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This is the best pulled pork recipe I've ever tried. The pork is so tender and flavorful, and the root beer sauce is amazing. I served it on slider buns with coleslaw and pickles, and it was a huge hit with my guests.


Binu Hosan
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I'm not a big fan of pulled pork, but this recipe changed my mind. The pork was juicy and flavorful, and the root beer sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Sascha
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This pulled pork is amazing! The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the root beer sauce is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Anita Devern
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This recipe is a winner! The pork is fall-apart tender and the sauce is delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a meal that everyone loved.


Ajayi Horlamide
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I love this recipe! The pork is always so tender and juicy, and the root beer sauce is the perfect finishing touch. I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Haroon Flaz
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This is the best pulled pork recipe I've ever tried. The pork is so tender and flavorful, and the root beer sauce is amazing. I served it on slider buns with coleslaw and pickles, and it was a huge hit with my guests.


Hott Neeky
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I'm not a big fan of pulled pork, but this recipe changed my mind. The pork was juicy and flavorful, and the root beer sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Jack Shiles
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This pulled pork is amazing! The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the root beer sauce is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Siphosethu Mqadi
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This recipe is a winner! The pork is fall-apart tender and the sauce is delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a meal that everyone loved.


Siyamanga Joyi
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I love this recipe! The pork is always so tender and juicy, and the root beer sauce is the perfect finishing touch. I've made this recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Sima Ray
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This is the best pulled pork recipe I've ever tried. The pork is so tender and flavorful, and the root beer sauce is amazing. I served it on slider buns with coleslaw and pickles, and it was a huge hit with my guests.


Tusar shissir
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I'm not a big fan of pulled pork, but this recipe changed my mind. The pork was juicy and flavorful, and the root beer sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Asim Anwar
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This pulled pork is amazing! The meat is fork-tender and the sauce is to die for. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a meal that everyone loved.


Asher Gubler
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I was skeptical about using root beer in a pulled pork recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it. The sauce is delicious and adds a wonderful depth of flavor to the pork. This is a new favorite in my house.


Sergio De la cruz
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork was incredibly moist and flavorful, and the root beer sauce was the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again for my next party.


Ede Omonuwa
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I've tried many pulled pork recipes, but this one is by far the best. The root beer sauce is genius and gives the pork a unique and flavorful twist. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Farhan AliJan
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This pulled pork is fall-apart tender and has a delicious smoky flavor. The root beer sauce is a perfect complement, adding a touch of sweetness and richness. I served it on slider buns with coleslaw and pickles, and it was a huge hit with my family