If you have a slow cooker, you owe it to yourself to check this out!

Slow cooker pulled BBQ is a quintessential comfort food, beloved for its tender, flavorful meat that practically melts in your mouth. This recipe combines the convenience of a slow cooker with the rich, smoky essence of barbecue. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, it requires minimal preparation yet yields maximum satisfaction.

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Ingredients:

Ingredient Quantity
2-lb pork butt or shoulder 1
12-oz bottle of root beer 1
BBQ sauce (divided) 12 or 16 oz bottle
Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon
Salt 1 tablespoon
Chili powder (optional) 1 tablespoon
Hamburger buns 8

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the pork:
    • Trim any excess fat from the pork butt or shoulder and place it in the slow cooker.
  2. Add the liquids:
    • Pour the bottle of root beer over the pork, followed by half of the BBQ sauce and the Worcestershire sauce.
  3. Season:
    • Sprinkle the salt and chili powder (if using) over the pork.
  4. Cook:
    • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  5. Shred the pork:
    • Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Discard any excess fat.
  6. Add remaining BBQ sauce:
    • Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir in the remaining BBQ sauce, ensuring the pork is well coated.
  7. Warm the buns:
    • While the pork is simmering in the BBQ sauce, lightly toast the hamburger buns in the oven or on a grill.
  8. Serve:
    • Pile the pulled BBQ pork onto the toasted buns and serve hot. Enjoy!

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