Pulled Pork at the Push of a Button
The New York Times • • business
Key Points:
- Margaux Laskey, a senior editor, developed a slow cooker BBQ pulled pork recipe by testing and refining reader-submitted favorites, resulting in a mostly hands-off dish with a sweet-and-spicy flavor ideal for holiday weekends.
- Complementary dishes suggested include Sam Sifton’s spicy coleslaw, Yewande Komolafe’s cornbread that balances fluffy and dense textures, and Lidey Heuck’s Aperol spritz for a refreshing beverage option.
- For dessert, an oven s’mores recipe offers a convenient indoor alternative to traditional cookout treats, perfect if outdoor plans are disrupted by weather.
- The article also connects to Memorial Day reflections through the novel “The Safekeep” by Yael van der Wouden, inspiring a comforting rhubarb and cream ice cream recipe that evokes nostalgic flavors.