4-Ingredient Honey Mustard Pork Roast

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This slow cooker honey mustard pork roast is proof that four simple ingredients can feel like a feast. It’s the kind of dish you can set and forget on a busy day, yet when you lift the lid, it looks like you’ve been tending it all afternoon. My sister always asks for it at family gatherings—the sweet honey and tangy mustard melt into a golden, glossy sauce that clings to every tender slice of pork.

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The beauty is in the ease: just a good roast, honey, mustard, and salt. The slow cooker does the rest, transforming them into a sticky, caramelized sauce that makes the pork irresistible. I like to slice it right in the crock and spoon that golden glaze over the top. It pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes or buttered noodles, but it’s just as good alongside roasted carrots, green beans, or a crisp salad. Leftovers tucked into sandwich rolls with crunchy lettuce or coleslaw are a treat all on their own. And if you’re hosting, keep the slow cooker on warm—everyone can help themselves throughout the evening.

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4-Ingredient Honey Mustard Pork Roast

Ingredients

Ingredient Amount
Boneless pork shoulder or pork loin roast 3–4 lb, trimmed of excess fat
Honey 1/2 cup
Dijon mustard (or yellow for milder flavor) 1/2 cup
Kosher salt 1 1/2–2 tsp

Directions

  1. Pat the pork dry and place it in a 5–7 quart slow cooker.
  2. Whisk honey, mustard, and salt until smooth; taste and adjust seasoning.
  3. Pour mixture over pork, turning to coat. Position fat side up if present.
  4. Cover and cook:
    • LOW for 7–9 hours
    • HIGH for 3 1/2–4 1/2 hours
      until pork is tender and shreds easily.
  5. Transfer pork to a cutting board; rest 10 minutes, then slice or shred.
  6. Skim excess fat from sauce. For thicker glaze, cook uncovered on HIGH for 10–15 minutes.
  7. Return pork to sauce or arrange on a platter and spoon sauce over top. Serve hot with extra sauce on the side.

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