In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and thyme. Rub this mixture all over the pork shoulder.

Place in Roasting Pan

Place the seasoned pork shoulder in a roasting pan, fat side up. Pour apple cider vinegar around the pork in the pan.

Roast the Pork

Cover the roasting pan with aluminum foil and roast in the preheated oven for about 4 to 5 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Rest the Pork

Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Preparing the Traditional Sides

Prepare the Potatoes

Peel and chop the potatoes into equal-sized chunks. Place them in a pot of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.

Mash the Potatoes

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter and mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Prepare the Green Beans

Trim the ends of the green beans and steam them for 5-7 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp. Season with salt and pepper to taste.