Easy Slow Cooker Apple Pork Roast

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3-4 pound pork loin roast
• 2 medium apples, peeled and sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

6-8 hours on low

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Place the pork roast in a slow cooker.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the apples, onion, garlic, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
3. Pour the apple mixture over the pork roast.
4. Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the pork is tender and cooked through.
5. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 50g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful pork roast
• Sweet and savory apple mixture
• Perfect for a family meal or dinner party

User Comments:

• "This is the best pork roast I've ever had! It's so juicy and flavorful."
• "The apple mixture is perfect. It adds a wonderful sweetness to the pork."
• "I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day."
• "This is a great recipe for a holiday meal. It's elegant and delicious."
• "I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves pork roast."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Pork should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) as measured by a meat thermometer.
• If you don't have apple cider vinegar, you can substitute white vinegar or lemon juice.
• You can add other vegetables to the slow cooker, such as carrots, celery, or potatoes.