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Cozy Crockpot Baked Beans with Tender Pulled Pork

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A comforting slow-cooked dish featuring smoky-sweet baked beans topped with tender pulled pork, perfect for easy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans (15 oz each) navy beans or great northern beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 1/2 pounds pork shoulder or pork butt, trimmed
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice mix all over the pork shoulder evenly. Optionally, sear the pork in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.
  2. Place the seasoned pork into the crockpot base.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine tomato paste, molasses, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, smoked paprika, mustard powder, salt, black pepper, minced garlic, chopped onion, and chicken broth. Stir well until smooth.
  4. Drain and rinse canned beans, then add them to the crockpot. Pour the sauce mixture over the beans and pork. Gently stir to combine without mashing the beans.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours until pork is tender and beans are thickened. Check liquid halfway through and add broth if needed.
  6. Remove pork from crockpot and shred with two forks, discarding large fat chunks.
  7. Mix shredded pork with barbecue sauce until well coated.
  8. Serve baked beans in bowls topped generously with pulled pork. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired.

Notes

Searing the pork before slow cooking adds flavor but is optional. Avoid stirring beans too often to prevent mushiness. Adjust salt and sweetness before cooking. Use a good quality molasses and smoked paprika for best flavor. Leftovers taste better the next day and can be reheated with a splash of broth.

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Keywords: crockpot baked beans, pulled pork, slow cooker recipe, comfort food, easy dinner, smoky baked beans, barbecue pork

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