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While creating my new recipe index, I discovered my earliest recipe posts from a year ago. I was horrified at how unappetizing the photos of this recipe were! I deleted the original post and went to work recreating the recipe. In a way, I'm glad that I decided to take new photographs of these taquitos, because they are really good. The first time that I made this recipe, I used a Dutch oven. I roasted my own poblano peppers to flavor the braising liquid. This time, I decided to use my pressure cooker and I took one more shortcut. I began with a hefty 3 pound pork shoulder butt roast. At $1.49 a pound, it cost less than $5.00.
Let's begin: Season the pork roast with kosher salt & fresh cracked pepper. I make my own blend of…
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