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Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut with Apples for Tender Comfort

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Make this easy slow cooker pork and sauerkraut recipe for a hearty, comforting meal. The pork shoulder cooks until it is melt-in-your-mouth tender with tangy sauerkraut and sweet apples.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lb boneless pork shoulder roast
  • 1 (32 ounce) bag sauerkraut, drained
  • 2 medium apples, cored and sliced
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions

  1. Place the sliced onion on the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Place the pork shoulder roast on top of the onions.
  3. Sprinkle the pork evenly with salt, pepper, and caraway seeds.
  4. Layer the drained sauerkraut over the pork.
  5. Arrange the apple slices on top of the sauerkraut.
  6. Pour the chicken broth around the edges of the slow cooker.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the pork is very tender.
  8. Remove the pork and shred it using two forks.
  9. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir it into the sauerkraut mixture.
  10. Serve this hearty family meal hot, perhaps with mashed potatoes or rye bread.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, you can brown the pork roast on all sides in a skillet before placing it in the slow cooker.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the lid for the last 30 minutes of cooking time on high.
  • This recipe is perfect for a New Year’s Good Luck Meal tradition.

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