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I can’t wait to let David know March 7th is National Crown Roast of Pork Day: #CrownRoastOfPorkDay. This #Holiday is perfect for homeschool cooking, family dinners, and hands‑on kitchen fun! Here is a fun fact about my family. I don’t think I’ve ever prepared Crown Roast of Pork and I’m not sure my parents did as well.

I’m tired of always preparing the same dishes over and over so I plan on check on the price of a Crown Roast Of Pork this week when I purchase groceries. Charlie can help me prepare this dish because learning shouldn’t stop when a child graduates.

I’ve shared 2 recipes with you below you can use to make your own Crown Roast of Pork Day. If this is to expensive for my family, do you know a restaurant that serves Crown Roast of Pork we can go have for dinner in the DFW area?

Fun Facts About Crown Roast of Pork

• A crown roast is made by tying a pork rib roast into a circle, creating its signature “crown” shape.
• Crown Roast became a popular showstopper dish in the 1950s, especially for holidays and celebrations.
• The little white paper hats placed on the bones are called frills — kids love making them!
• Traditionally stuffed in the center, but modern families often fill Crown Roast with veggies, apples, or bread stuffing.

Holiday Tips for Families

• Ask your butcher to pre‑tie the roast to save time.
• Let kids help with seasoning, brushing on glazes, or mixing stuffing.
• Use this holiday as a homeschool tie‑in for:
  • Math: measuring spices
  • Science: how heat cooks meat
  • History: 1950s American cooking
• Pair with cozy sides like mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or applesauce or a vegetable of your choice. Add Rolls for a nice surprise to the meal.

RECIPES

Easy Crock Pot Crown Roast‑Inspired Pork (Budget‑Friendly!)– This version gives you all the flavors of a crown roast without the cost — perfect for busy families.

Ingredients

• 4–6 thick pork chops or a small pork roast
• 1 cup apple juice
• 1 packet onion soup mix
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 onion, sliced
• 3–4 carrots, chopped
• 4 potatoes, cubed

Instructions

1. Place onions, carrots, and potatoes in the bottom of the crock pot.
2. Lay pork chops or roast on top.
3. Mix apple juice, soup mix, brown sugar, garlic, and paprika.
4. Pour over the meat.
5. Cook LOW 6–7 hours or HIGH 3–4 hours.
6. Serve with the veggies and a drizzle of the cooking juices.

Kids Can Help

• Measure spices
• Mix the sauce
• Layer veggies in the crock pot

Kid‑Friendly Oven Crown Roast (Hands‑On Fun!)

Ingredients

• 1 crown roast of pork (ask butcher to tie it)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp salt
• 1 tbsp pepper
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 3 cups stuffing we use Stove Top Stuffing but any brand of Stuffing which can be (boxed or homemade) is okay.

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Place roast in a roasting pan.
3. Let kids help rub the seasoning all over the roast.
4. Fill the center with stuffing — kids love this part!
5. Bake 1.5–2 hours, or until internal temp reaches 145°F.
6. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

Kids Can Help

• Mix stuffing
• Brush on glaze or oil
• Make paper “frills” for the bones
• Help set a fancy dinner table

For a #HomeschoolFieldTrip gather the children and visit a Resale Store or Goodwill or your local Dollar Store for fancy plates and glasses. Also get a tablecloth and Candle Sticks for your family’s fancy dinner.

Thank you,

Glenda, Charlie and David Cates