Slow Cooked Pork Roast Dinner Recipe

Ingredients

1 cup hot water1/4 cup sugar3 tablespoons cider vinegar2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce1 tablespoon ketchup1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon garlic powder1/4 teaspoon chili powder1 large onion, halved and sliced1 boneless pork loin roast (2-1/2 pounds), halved4 medium potatoes (about 1-3/4 pounds), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces1 package (16 ounces) frozen sliced carrots, thawed2 tablespoons cornstarch2 tablespoons cold water

Preparation

In a small bowl, whisk the first nine ingredients until blended. Place onion in a 5-qt. slow cooker. Place roast, potatoes and carrots over onion. Pour sauce mixture over top. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until pork and potatoes are tender.

Remove roast and vegetables from slow cooker; keep warm. Transfer cooking juices to a small saucepan; skim fat. Bring juices to a boil. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with roast and vegetables.