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Boston Butt Pork Roast
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This Boston butt roast might take a few hours but it's oh so worth it! Pork roasted with potatoes, carrots, and apples is guaranteed to hit the spot.
serves/makes:
ready in:
2-5 hrs
2-5 hrs
6 reviews
1 comment
ingredients
4 pounds Boston butt pork roast
salt and black pepper
8 potatoes peeled, and cut in half lengthwise
1 pound baby carrots
1 red delicious apple, cut in eighths
water
directions
Place a roasting pan in the oven and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
Season one side of the pork roast with salt and pepper. Place, seasoned side down, in the preheated roasting pan. Place in the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
Season the top of the roast with salt and pepper and turn roast over. Lower the oven temperature to 325 degrees F. Return the roast to the oven and cook for 2 1/2 hours at 325 degrees F.
Turn roast over again and add the potatoes to the pan. Top the potatoes with the carrots and apple.
Add enough hot water to fill the bottom of the roasting pan to about 1-inch. Cover the pan with foil and return to the oven. Bake for 1 hour (or longer) until the vegetables are done and the meat falls apart easily. Add more water to the pan as needed.
recipe tips
Sear the pork roast on all sides in a skillet before roasting for added flavor.
Let the pork rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute.
Use a meat thermometer to make sure the pork is cooked to the correct temperature.
Baste the pork with the pan juices halfway through cooking.
Cut the potatoes uniformly for even cooking.
Cover the roast with foil to keep it moist and prevent the vegetables from drying out.
Add a splash of white wine or apple cider to the pan for added flavor.
Check the water level in the pan during cooking and add more if necessary.
common recipe questions
Can I use a different type of apple for this recipe?
Yes, you can use any type of apple, but firmer varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp hold up better during cooking.
Is there a substitute for baby carrots?
You can use regular carrots cut into smaller pieces as a substitute. You can also substitute parsnips, rutabaga, turnips, or a combination of onions and celery. Cubed butternut squash would also work well.
How can I tell when the pork roast is fully cooked?
The pork roast is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F and the meat falls apart easily.
Is there a way to make this dish more flavorful?
Try adding herbs like rosemary, thyme, or garlic for additional flavor.
Can I make this roast in a slow cooker?
Yes, you can make it in a slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours or until done.
How should I store and reheat leftovers?
Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Can I use a boneless pork roast instead?
Yes, you can use a boneless roast, but cooking times will be slightly longer (the bone speeds up the cooking time).
Can I prepare this dish ahead of time?
You can season the pork and prepare the vegetables ahead of time. You can roast, refrigerate, and reheat but it's really best right after it's freshly cooked.
nutrition data
480 calories, 19 grams fat, 29 grams carbohydrates, 47 grams protein per serving.
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reviews & comments
This looks wonderful! What would you suggest for cooking times in a slow cooker? I really don't want to heat up my Arizona kitchen with my oven for this length of time. I might have to wait until winter when the temps drop to 70 to try this.
We haven't tested this recipe in a slow cooker. I'd recommend using the search function at the top of the site (just type in pork roast) and you'll find lots of other pork roast recipes that have been tested in the slow cooker.
April 19, 2020
This was delicious and tender and juicy. I used seasoned salt, onion powder, Mr. Dash onion, and dry onion soup mix rather than just salt and pepper. This was so tasty and made a great gravy. Thank you!!
January 31, 2020
Great recipe! Easy to follow directions with delicious results. I used cajun seasoning to spice it up just a bit. I used small red potatoes with skin and just halved them. Super moist and tender.
November 2, 2019
Great recipe!!! Juicy, tender and delicious!!! Only changes I made were to quarter the potatoes and to use the roaster lid rather than aluminum foil. My younger Grandson kept asking for more meat:)
September 23, 2018
I used pinapple instead of apple and tasted great...
October 18, 2016
I skipped the apples and just cooked the pork with the e potatoes and carrots. Done perfectly.
March 5, 2013
Very tasty and the apples really put a finishing touch. My family liked it very much and was simple to make.