Pernil

     I grew up in the Bronx and foods from around the world were as commonplace as bread at a bakery.  I was lucky to enjoy many delicious foods but even more lucky to share some special meals with people who taught me things along the way.  Though I try to push myself to make different and interesting things for dinner, I'm not sure how this one slid by me all of these years.  Well...I guess I've made a pork shoulder other ways so though we were close it wasn't quite the full experience.  One day to marinate, an overnight to cook and a long day in the slow cooker was worth all of the time.  I shredded up the delicate meat and made side dishes of rice and beans and fried plantains.  It was delicious and is sure to be repeated.