Exact time and temperature for perfect results.
Oven Roast (Low and Slow)
Cook Time
480-720 min
Set Oven Roast (Low and Slow) To
250°F
cooking temperature
Safe Internal Temp
145°F
63°C · USDA FSIS
Note: For 8 lb shoulder, about 1-1.5 hours per pound
Pork Shoulder (Pork Butt) takes 480-720 minutes at 250°F in Oven Roast (Low and Slow). For 8 lb shoulder, about 1-1.5 hours per pound Always verify internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Yes, 250°F is the most commonly recommended temperature for Pork Shoulder (Pork Butt) in Oven Roast (Low and Slow). It provides a good balance of cooking speed and results.
Use an instant-read meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature of Pork Shoulder (Pork Butt) reaches 145°F (63°C). At 250°F, this typically takes 480-720 minutes, but always verify with a thermometer.
Yes. Pork Shoulder (Pork Butt) can also be cooked at 275°F. Lower temperatures cook more slowly and evenly; higher temperatures cook faster with more browning.
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