Experiment: Cook-in-Bag Carnitas

This week I tried a work night dinner that can cook all day and be ready when you get home for finishing and enjoyment. For this experiment, I tried the Kroger Cook-in-Bag Carnitas.

The 32 oz package would be great for a family of four. The process for this experiment is simple; heat the water oven to 145 degrees F in the morning before you go to work, remove the labels, place the package in the water bath, and head off to work.

When you get home, simply pull the package out, place the meat into a large bowl, shred it, fry it, and enjoy it on tortillas with shredded lettuce or cabbage, cheese, sauce, cilantro, etc. Add a side dish to complete the meal – refried beans, rice and beans, salad, or anything you desire.

Enjoy!

3 COMMENTS

Angie | 14th Mar 19

Hey! This looks delicious! But is it safe to leave the water oven without anyone around?
- Kent | 14th Mar 19
  
  Hi Angie! Yes, it is safe. It is no different than leaving a slow cooker on – except the temperatures used in Sous Vide cooking are usually lower. All the units I have experience with have low water shut off features and are rigorously tested and certified for safety by testing laboratories (ETL, UL, CE, IP68, IPX7, etc).
Angie | 14th Mar 19

Thanks for the quick respond Kent!
That is good to know! I shall try it out then next time I get too busy at work, thank you!