Using a slow cooker is not-so-secret weeknight weapon - it requires minimal hand-on time so you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time with your family (Courtesy of National Pork Board)

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 6 hours

Yield: Serves 16-20

Ingredients

• 1 5-lb Johnston’s Boneless Pork Butt Shoulder
• 1 ½ tsp Smoked Paprika
• 2 tsp Black Pepper
• 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
• 1 tsp Dried Thyme
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• ½ tsp Salt
• 1 Cup Water
• Soft Sandwich Buns

Cooking Directions

1. Combine all the seasonings in a small bowl and rub evenly over roast. Place meat in a 6-quart slow cook. Add water. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours or until pork is very tender.
2. Remove pork to a large cutting board or platter and let rest for 10- 15 minutes. Pull, slice or chop to serve.
3. Serve in buns with barbeque sauce.