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I count on my slow cooker to do the honors when I have a house full of summer guests. Teenagers especially love DIY nachos. Try cola, ginger ale or lemon-lime soda if you're not into root beer. -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min.

Cook: 8 hoursYIELD: 12 servings.

Ingredients

• 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 4 pounds)

• 1 can (12 ounces) root beer or cola

• 12 cups tortilla chips

• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped

• Optional: Pico de gallo, chopped green onions and sliced jalapeno peppers

Directions

• 1. In a...