Root Beer Pulled Pork

Directions

1. 1
   Trim fat from meat.
2. 2
   If necessary, cut roast to fit into a 3-1/2- to 5-quart crockery cooker.
3. 3
   Sprinkle meat with the salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Transfer meat to the cooker.
5. 5
   Add onions, 1 cup root beer, and garlic.
6. 6
   Cover and cook on low heat setting for 8 to 10 hours or on high heat setting for 4 to 5 hours.
7. 7
   Meanwhile, for the sauce, in a medium saucepan combine the remaining 3 cups of root beer and the chili sauce.
8. 8
   Bring to a boil; reduce heat.
9. 9
   Boil gently, uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes or until mixture is reduced to 2 cups.
10. 10
    Transfer roast to a cutting board or serving platter.
11. 11
    Using a slotted spoon, remove onions from the cooking juices and place on a serving platter.
12. 12
    Discard juices.
13. 13
    Using 2 forks, pull meat apart into shreds.
14. 14
    To serve, line buns with lettuce leaves and tomato slices, if desired.
15. 15
    Add meat and onions; spoon on sauce.
16. 16
    Makes 8 to 10 servings.
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    *Note: Do not substitute with diet root beer.