HOW TO COOK A BOSTON BUTT IN THE OVEN RECIPES

Steps:

• Spray the pork with cooking spray in your large slow cooker.
• Note: Although I don't sear the meat first you can do that if you prefer the outside browned.  Just add a few tablespoons of cooking oil to a pan or on the Sear mode of your instant pot and sear the meat for 4 minutes on each side.
• Sprinkle with herbs and spices on top and fatty sides.
• Add the applesauce to the bottom with water or brandy.
• Slow Cook 4 to 6 hours on high or low 6 to  8 hours.
• For Other Cooking Methods:
• Instant Pot:  Use the Slow cooker mode or follow directions for pressure cooking in your instruction guide
• Stovetop: Deep Dutch Oven, low heat simmer for at least an hour per pound
• Oven: Oven bags work the best for tender meat cook on 325 for at least 4 hours or more. You can also use a large Dutch Oven Pan, covered, at 325 degrees, the same amount of time.
• Slow cooking is the way to go, no matter what I decide to cook, I love it the best in methods, easy peasy.
• This roast falls off the bone. Serve with mashed potatoes and lots of crusty bread Italian Bread!

Steps:

• Let the meat come to room temperature for 30-60 minutes.
• Preheat the oven to 400°F.
• Combine the garlic powder, pepper and salt in a small bowl and rub it all over the meat. Place the pork on a roasting pan. Pour 1/4 cup chicken broth into the pan. You want the liquid to fully cover the bottom of the pan, so add more for a larger pan.
• Roast for 40 mintues. Remove from the oven, place the meat on a cutting board and cover with foil.
• Increase the oven to 475°F.
• When the oven comes to temperature, return the roast to the oven for 15 mintues, until a golden crust is formed and the internal temperature registers 145°F.
• Remove from the oven and carve into thin slices.