Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables and Rosemary

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A tender pork shoulder braised with seasonal root vegetables and aromatic rosemary for a comforting, one-pot meal. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 495 minutes pairs pork shoulder, olive oil, large, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 4, 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: 15 min Cook: 480 min Serves 4 American cuisine 550 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season 2 lbs pork shoulder with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then sear for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  2. Step 2: Transfer seared pork to a slow cooker. Add 1 diced yellow onion, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1 tsp dried thyme, 4 chopped carrots, 4 chopped parsnips, and 2 chopped potatoes.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, then add 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir to combine.
  4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until pork is fork-tender and vegetables are tender.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables and Rosemary take to make?

Total time is about 495 minutes (15 min prep + 480 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 Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables and Rosemary?

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 from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables and Rosemary?

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 Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables and Rosemary for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables and Rosemary?

American slow cooker 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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