North Woods Maple-Glazed Roast Pork with Root Vegetables

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A comforting roast pork shoulder glazed with sticky maple syrup and accompanied by earthy root vegetables, evoking the flavors of northern forest harvests. This american-inspired pork ready in about 170 minutes pairs pork shoulder roast, kosher salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 150 min Serves 6 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Rub 3 lbs pork shoulder roast all over with 2 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tsp garlic powder.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork shoulder for 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: Arrange 4 peeled and chunked carrots, 3 peeled and chunked parsnips, and 1 quartered large red onion around the pork in the skillet.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle 1/4 cup maple syrup and 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar over the pork and vegetables, and tuck 2 sprigs fresh rosemary around.
  5. Step 5: Transfer skillet to the oven and roast uncovered for 2 to 2.5 hours, basting the pork every 30 minutes with pan juices, until pork is tender and internal temperature reaches 190°F.
  6. Step 6: Remove the rosemary sprigs, slice the pork, and serve with the roasted maple-glazed root vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does North Woods Maple-Glazed Roast Pork with Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 170 minutes (20 min prep + 150 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover North Woods Maple-Glazed Roast Pork with Root Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder roast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in North Woods Maple-Glazed Roast Pork with Root Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale North Woods Maple-Glazed Roast Pork with Root Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with North Woods Maple-Glazed Roast Pork with Root Vegetables?

American pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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