This week's meal includes Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork with Corn Muffins, Broccoli and Raisin Salad, and Banana Pudding. It's a Valentine Kitchen Favorite.
I braise my pork shoulder with my BBQ sauce and Dr. Pepper. Yep, you read that correctly, Dr. Pepper. The sugar and the spices from the soda create a beautifully seasoned and moist pork shoulder. My pulled pork started from Ree Drummond's recipe, and I've modified it slightly over time. Finally, I serve the meat with a corn muffin and honey butter.
The Broccoli and Raisin Salad is one of my favorite picnic midwest salads. It's broccoli, raisins, sunflower seeds, and bacon. The dressing is mayo-based and a little tangy, and very sweet. I add finely minced red onion into the dressing. It's sweet, salty, spicy, crunchy, and chewy. You can't get enough!
Banana pudding has quickly become a favorite. I make my vanilla pudding from scratch, so it's extra special. All the flavors soak into one another for a dessert like no other.
I hope you enjoy this week's meal as much as I do! Next week's meal is vegetarian and includes Prairie Breeze Mac & Cheese, Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, and Brownies.