Southern Pulled Pork

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350 degrees, with racks in lower and upper positions.
2. 2
   In a small bowl, combine sugar, cayenne, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper.
3. 3
   Place pork in a 5-quart Dutch oven or large heavy-bottomed pot; rub with spice mixture.
4. 4
   In a medium bowl, combine vinegar, garlic, and 1/2 cup water; pour over pork.
5. 5
   Cover pot, and place in oven on lower rack.
6. 6
   Bake until pork is very tender and separates easily when pulled with a fork, 2 to 2 1/2 hours.
7. 7
   Transfer pork to a work surface, reserving pan juices.
8. 8
   With two forks, shred meat.
9. 9
   Transfer to a large bowl, and toss with pan juices to moisten (you may not need all the juices).
10. 10
    Pile pork on rolls, and top with barbecue sauce, if desired.