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Hearty Slow Cooker Pork Roast and Sauerkraut with Apples

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Make this tender pork roast and sauerkraut in your slow cooker for a comforting, easy family dinner. The apples add a slight sweetness that balances the tang of the sauerkraut.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lb boneless pork shoulder roast
  • 1 (32 ounce) bag sauerkraut, drained
  • 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 large apples (like Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and sliced
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon caraway seeds
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Place the sliced onions in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Place the pork roast on top of the onions. Season the roast evenly with salt and pepper.
  3. In a bowl, mix the drained sauerkraut, sliced apples, brown sugar, and caraway seeds.
  4. Spoon the sauerkraut mixture evenly over the top of the pork roast.
  5. Pour the chicken broth around the edges of the roast in the slow cooker.
  6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the pork is fork-tender.
  7. Remove the pork roast and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir it into the sauerkraut mixture.
  8. Serve this hearty pork and sauerkraut hot, perhaps with mashed potatoes or rye bread.

Notes

  • For a New Year’s good luck meal, serve this dish immediately after cooking.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the pork and simmer the remaining liquid on the stovetop until it reduces slightly.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten free, making it a safe choice for many diets.

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