How long does it take to bake a Boston butt?
- A Boston butt roast takes the longest to fully cook. Plan on the roast taking approximately 45 minutes per pound, meaning a 2.25kg (5-lb.) roast will take approximately 4 hours to fully cook. Braising a Boston butt roast will cook the roast in approximately 2 to 2 1/2 hours, or 40 minutes per half kilo (pound).
How long does it take to cook a Boston butt at 350 degrees?
I use USDA recommendations for cooking times and, in my experience, roasting a 6 pound pork butt in an uncovered shallow roasting pan at 350 degrees in a preheated oven usually takes about four and a half hours – about 45 minutes per pound.
Should I cover a Boston butt in the oven?
I’m guessing you’ll get a lot of differing opinions, but I always cover mine. Actually, I wrap it in foil to minimize the amount of airspace, and roast it using very low heat (250-275F). That way, as the fat renders off, the meat cooks in it and remains moist and flavorful – kind of like a “confit”.
How long does it take to cook a Boston butt at 250 degrees?
Smoking a Boston Butt low and slow produces the most delectable results, but this takes a lot longer than you think. Smoking the meat at about 225-250 degrees takes between 1.5 and 2 hours per pound of uncooked meat. So if you have a 7 pound uncooked Boston Butt, it could take up to 14 hours to be done.
How long does it take to cook a Boston butt at 300 degrees?
Preheat a grill or smoker to 300 degrees F. Place the pork butt on the grill or in the smoker, and cook over indirect heat until tender, 4 to 5 hours.