Slow Cooker Cider Pork Stew

2	pounds boneless pork shoulder roast
3	medium cubed potatoes (about 2-1/2 cups))
3	medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1-1/2 cups)
2	medium onions, sliced
1	cup coarsely chopped apple (1 medium)
1/2	cup coarsely chopped celery (1 stalk)
3	tablespoons quick-cooking tapioca
2	cups apple juice or apple cider
1	teaspoon salt
1	teaspoon caraway seeds
1/4	teaspoon black pepper
	Celery leaves (optional)

1. Cut meat into 1-inch cubes. In a 3-1/2- to 5-1/2quart slow cooker, combine meat, potatoes, carrots, onions, apple, celery, and tapioca. Stir in apple juice, salt, caraway seeds, and pepper.
2. Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 10 to 12 hours or high-heat setting for 5 to 6 hours. If desired, garnish individual servings with celery leaves. Makes: 8 servings