Spicy Marinated Pork and Eggs

Crockpot recipe from Better Homes and Gardens.

• Ready In: 15 hrs
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb boneless pork shoulder
• 1  cup  bottled thick & chunky salsa
• 1  tablespoon  vegetable oil
• 1  large  white onion, coarsely chopped
• 2  lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2  fresh green chili peppers, chopped (1 cup)
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 6  eggs
• 1  cup  shredded cheddar cheese (4 ounces)
•  fresh cilantro
•  sliced fresh  jalapeno pepper (optional)

Directions

1. Trim fat from pork. Cut meat into 1-inch pieces. Place meat in a resealable plastic bag set in a shallow dish. Top with salsa. Seal bag; turn to coat. Marinate in refrigerator overnight.
2. Lightly grease an oval 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker with oil. Place onion in cooker. Add pork and marinade mixture, potatoes, green chile peppers, and garlic. Cover; cook on low-heat setting for 6 to 7 hours or on high-heat setting for 3 to 3 1/2 hours.
3. Using the bottom of a ladle or serving spoon, make 6 indentations in the top of the mixture. Crack an egg into each indentation. If using low-heat setting, turn cooker to high-heat setting. Cover; cook 15 minutes more or until egg whites are set and yolks are thickened. Top with cheese, cilantro, and, if desired, jalapeno slices. Makes 6 servings.