The Super Bowl's...

[OutdoorWriter]

...sit down meal -- pulled pork on steamed buns with onions, dill slices, BBQ sauce & horseradish. A plate of pinto beans w/onion & pickled jalapenos, a few fries & one of my smoked salmon poppers added for adornment.

Before...in the crockpot immersed in root beer, onions, garlic & spices...

After six hrs. on low...ready for shredding

 

[DeerMadness]

Looks like a winning combo ! Did you toast the buns ,?

 

[wetmule]

How does the root beer additive work/taste? I've also heard of using Dr. Pepper but never tried it

 

[OutdoorWriter]

Looks like a winning combo ! Did you toast the buns ,?

Lightly steamed.

How does the root beer additive work/taste? I've also heard of using Dr. Pepper but never tried it

The root beer tenderizes the meat and imparts a nice flavor. And yes, any acidic soda would work but with different flavors.

Once I pull it, I add in a bit of BBQ sauce for color & mix thoroughly. One shoulder provides a decent amount for a couple more meals.

I just found these recipes online. Close to what I do, sans garlic, onions & spices.

Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches

My husband is a huge fan of pulled pork sandwiches, so my sister shared this incredibly easy recipe with me. At potlucks and family dinners, nobody can get enough of this root beer-braised version. —Carolyn Palm, Radcliff, Kentucky

www.tasteofhome.com

Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork

Slow Cooker Root Beer Pulled Pork is a recipe a classic recipe everyone must try! Made with tender pork with root beer and barbecue sauce.

www.themagicalslowcooker.com

Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches Recipe - Slow Cooker Crock Pot

These Root Beer Pulled Pork Sandwiches are made from only 3 ingredients and are great for feeding a crowd. Make it in the slow cooker or Instant Pot.

www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com

 

[wetmule]

Thx! gonna try it... that looks fantastic. I really like those Hawaiian buns for BBQ

 

[OutdoorWriter]

Thx! gonna try it... that looks fantastic. I really like those Hawaiian buns for BBQ

I suggest adding the garlic, onions & at least some chili powder.

I sometimes eat the leftover just piled on a plate with a hot BBQ sauce on it, like so

 

[DeerMadness]

I've tried it and I like Hires Root Beer or Henry Weinhards.

 

[OutdoorWriter]

I've tried it and I like Hires Root Beer or Henry Weinhards.

Hires is what I used.

 

[OutdoorWriter]

Thx! gonna try it... that looks fantastic. I really like those Hawaiian buns for BBQ

Darn. I completely forgot a main ingredient. I mistakenly said 'BBQ sauce' for coloring in the first reply here. After shredding, mix a whole bottle Chili Sauce with two cups of root beer in a fairly lge. pan & simmer until it thickens a bit. Then add all the meat & stir it together!