Oven BBQ Pulled Pork

We don't have a BBQ...yet.  This is something that disappoints both Brandon and I often - particularly during warm weather.  So we both end up craving BBQ and chicken covered in sauce just doesn't cut it.

One of Brandon's favorite remedy meals is pulled pork.  The problem with pulled pork is that it can be labor intensive and not always turn out that great.  Here is a great recipe for pulled pork done simply, in the oven and it has great results!  Pot with a lid - I use a dutch oven.

OVEN PULLED PORK:

2-3 lb pork shoulder
Salt and Pepper
2 Tbsp mustard (I use dijon)
4 tsp Liquid Smoke
Root Beer (or any cola - NOT diet)
Your choice of BBQ sauce (we use Stubbs Smokey Mesquite)

Preheat oven to 375.  Remove all excess fat from meat.  Generously salt and pepper all sides of pork.  Spread 2 tsp liquid smoke and 1 Tbsp mustard on one side of meat.  Place meat smeared side down into dutch oven.  Repeat with liquid smoke and mustard on top side.  Pour root beer into pot (covering about 1/3 of the meat or an inch of liquid).  Cover.  Cook for 3-4 hours or until meat falls off the bone.

Remove from oven and shred with 2 forks.  Add BBQ sauce of your choosing.  Enjoy!

We like to munch on the sandwiches with avocado and sharp cheddar cheese on whole wheat buns. Yum!