4 pounds pork roast
1 tablespoon oil
4 apples
6 large potatoes
1 bag baby carrots
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash black pepper
First, brown the roast briefly (I used two that were packaged in one 3.5 lb. pack): place a large skillet over medium-high heat, add oil and place roast in. Cover with a lid and set timer for 2 1/2 minutes.
While the meat is getting its quick sizzle, prep the other veggies: quarter and core the apples, slice the potatoes into quarters and open the bag of carrots. Now it's time to flip the meat so the other side browns; cover and set the timer for 2 1/2 more minutes, then remove it from the heat.
Now, everything into the crockpot: First, place the quartered apples in the bottom and set the browned pork roast on top. Add the potato and carrot chunks on top of the roast, sprinkling with salt and pepper. Lastly, pour the 1/2 cup water in (that'll keep everything steaming and simmering nicely.) Cook on high for 6 to 8 hours (since my cooker has higher heat than my old one, I turned it to low for the last couple hours).
Makes enough for dinner with enough delicious leftovers for the net day's lunch too.
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reviews & comments
what kind of apples should I use -- green or otherwise?
For this recipe I'd choose jonagold or golden delicious
May 22, 2013
Love it, didnt use apples or salt and pepper, I used Zatarains creole seasoning instead!! My husband and I LOVED IT!!!!
May 8, 2013
This is such a easy recipe and you can add your own touches . I think my family will love it.
November 25, 2009
My husband really liked this recipe. I had chicken broth in the fridge so I used 1 cup of chicken broth instead of the water. I wanted to have plenty of moisture in my slow cooker and it worked great.
November 3, 2009
I tried this recipe tonight. It was so wonderful and super easy. I substituted apple juice for the water.