Roasted Heritage Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Herb Jus

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Slow-roasted heritage pork shoulder infused with garlic and fresh herbs, served with a savory jus made from pan drippings. This american ready in about 320 minutes pairs heritage pork shoulder, garlic cloves, fresh rosemary sprigs for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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: 300 min Serves 6 American cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 300°F. Pat dry 4 lbs heritage pork shoulder and rub all over with 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp kosher salt, and 1 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Make several small incisions into the pork and insert 6 sliced garlic cloves and the leaves from 3 rosemary and 3 thyme sprigs evenly throughout.
  3. Step 3: Place pork shoulder in a roasting pan and roast uncovered for 4 to 5 hours, basting every hour with pan juices, until internal temperature reaches 195°F and meat is tender.
  4. Step 4: Remove pork from pan and rest covered loosely with foil for 20 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Place roasting pan on stove over medium heat. Add 1 cup dry white wine and 1 cup chicken stock, scraping browned bits from the bottom. Simmer for 10 minutes until sauce reduces slightly and thickens into a jus.
  6. Step 6: Slice the rested pork shoulder and serve drizzled with the garlic and herb jus.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Roasted Heritage Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Herb Jus take to make?

Total time is about 320 minutes (20 min prep + 300 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 Roasted Heritage Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Herb Jus?

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 heritage pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Roasted Heritage Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Herb Jus?

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 Roasted Heritage Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Herb Jus 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 Roasted Heritage Pork Shoulder with Garlic and Herb Jus?

American american 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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