Name: Slow-Cooker Cider Braised Pork
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 8 h 30 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, sliced; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 boneless pork shoulder (4 lb), trimmed of fat; 2 teaspoons coarse (kosher or sea) salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 cups apple cider; 3 tablespoons honey; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1/4 cup water; 1 container (32 oz) refrigerated mashed potatoes with skins; Additional freshly ground pepper, if desired

Slow-Cooker Cider Braised Pork

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Prep Time:
30 minutes

Total Time:
8 hours 30 minutes

Tender pork simmered in apple cider and honey, paired with creamy mashed potatoes for a comforting meal.

Instructions:

Coat a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray and add the onion.
Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Season pork with salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, then cook in the hot oil for about 10 minutes until nicely browned on all sides. Transfer the pork to the slow cooker placed over sliced onions. In a small bowl, combine cider and honey, then pour the mixture around the pork.
Slow cook the pork covered on Low heat for 8 to 9 hours. Transfer the pork to a cutting board and allow it to rest for 5 minutes. Using 2 forks, shred the pork. Skim any fat off the cooking liquid in the slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and water, then add to the cooking liquid. Turn the heat setting to High and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes until the gravy thickens.
Heat the mashed potatoes according to package instructions, then serve them with the pork and gravy. Sprinkle with extra pepper for a flavorful finish.

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