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Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut with Apples

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Make tender pork and tangy sauerkraut easily in your slow cooker with apples and caraway seeds for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lb pork shoulder roast
  • 1 (32 oz) bag sauerkraut, drained
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 medium apples, cored and sliced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Place the sliced onion on the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Place the pork roast on top of the onions.
  3. In a bowl, mix the drained sauerkraut, sliced apples, chicken broth, brown sugar, caraway seeds, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the sauerkraut mixture over and around the pork roast.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the pork is easily shredded.
  6. Remove the pork and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the sauerkraut mixture.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Rinsing the sauerkraut before use reduces the overall sodium content.
  • For a thicker sauce, remove the liquid near the end and simmer it on the stovetop with a cornstarch slurry.
  • This dish is often served on New Year’s Day for good luck.

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