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Mississippi Pork Roast

Cultural Context

Originating from the southern United States, Mississippi Pork Roast is a beloved comfort food known for its simplicity and rich flavors. Traditionally made with just a few ingredients, this dish embodies the spirit of Southern cooking, where hearty meals are often prepared in slow cookers for convenience. Today, variations abound, with many families adding their own twists, making it a staple at gatherings and weeknight dinners.

AmericanUSmain
480 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
3 lb pork loin
1 medium onion (sliced thin)
16 oz sliced pepperoncinis or pickled banana peppers
2-3 cloves minced garlic
1 packet gravy mix (approximately 1 oz)
3 tbsp homemade ranch dressing mix
4 tsp butter (half a stick)
1 cup water

ranch seasoning mix

🥗Healthier: homemade ranch seasoning

💰Cheaper: Italian seasoning

Homemade ranch seasoning can reduce sodium.

au jus gravy mix

🥗Healthier: homemade beef broth

💰Cheaper: beef bouillon cubes

Homemade broth is lower in preservatives.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier for cooking.

1

Start with a frozen 3 lb pork loin.

2

Slice half of a large onion thinly.

3

Open a 16 oz bottle of sliced pepperoncinis or pickled banana peppers.

4

Add 2-3 cloves of minced garlic.

5

Sprinkle one packet of gravy mix over the meat.

6

Sprinkle approximately 3 tablespoons of homemade ranch dressing mix over the meat.

7

Place 4 teaspoons (half a stick) of butter on top of the meat.

8

Add the entire jar of pepperoncinis, including the juice, on top of the meat.

9

Pour 1 cup of water around the meat in the slow cooker.

10

Set the slow cooker to cook for 6 to 8 hours, preferably closer to 8 hours.

11

After cooking, check the meat around 4:30 to 5:00 PM (approximately 7 hours later).

12

Use tongs to break apart the meat, which should fall apart easily.

13

Serve the pork roast with mashed potatoes and glazed carrots.

Cooking Techniques

shreddingseasoning

Equipment Needed

slow cooker

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Mississippi RoastMississippi Pot Roast

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