Root Beer Pulled Pork

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   Trim fat from meat.

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   If necessary, cut roast to fit into a 3-1/2- to 5-quart crockery cooker.

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   Sprinkle meat with the salt and pepper.

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   Transfer meat to the cooker.

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   Add onions, 1 cup root beer, and garlic.

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   Cover and cook on low heat setting for 8 to 10 hours or on high heat setting for 4 to 5 hours.

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   Meanwhile, for the sauce, in a medium saucepan combine the remaining 3 cups of root beer and the chili sauce.

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   Bring to a boil; reduce heat.

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   Boil gently, uncovered, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes or until mixture is reduced to 2 cups.

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    Transfer roast to a cutting board or serving platter.

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    Using a slotted spoon, remove onions from the cooking juices and place on a serving platter.

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    Discard juices.

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    Using 2 forks, pull meat apart into shreds.

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    To serve, line buns with lettuce leaves and tomato slices, if desired.

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    Add meat and onions; spoon on sauce.

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    *Note: Do not substitute with diet root beer.

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