SLOW-COOKED PORK ROAST

Slow-Cooked Pork Roast image

Here's a tasty meal that's wonderful for summer because the oven never needs to heat up. It is so flavorful and is sure to become a favorite. -Marion Lowery, Medford, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 6h20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 cans (8 ounces each) unsweetened crushed pineapple, undrained
1 cup barbecue sauce
2 tablespoons unsweetened apple juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon liquid smoke, optional
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 boneless pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds)

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the first 9 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes. , Meanwhile, cut roast in half. In a nonstick skillet heat oil over medium heat; add pork roast and brown on all sides. , Place pork roast in a 5-qt. slow cooker; pour sauce over pork and turn to coat. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until meat is tender. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 205 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 364mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 22g protein.