Farmhouse Pork and Apple Pie |
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Prep Time: 70 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 70 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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I've always loved pork and apples together, and this recipe combines them nicely to create a comforting main dish. It calls for a bit of preparation, but my family and I agree that its wonderful flavor makes it well work the extra effort. -Suzanne Strocsher, Bothell, Washington Ingredients:
1 pound sliced bacon, cut into 2-inch pieces |
3 medium onions, chopped |
3 pounds boneless pork, cut into 1-inch cubes |
3/4 cup king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour |
canola oil, optional |
3 medium tart apples, peeled and chopped |
1 teaspoon rubbed sage |
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg |
1 teaspoon salt |
1/4 teaspoon pepper |
1 cup apple cider |
1/2 cup water |
4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed |
1/2 cup milk |
5 tablespoons butter, divided |
additional salt and pepper |
minced fresh parsley, optional |
Directions:
1. Cook bacon in an ovenproof 12-in. skillet until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain. In drippings, saute onions until tender; remove with slotted spoon and set aside. Dust pork lightly with flour. Brown a third at a time in drippings, adding oil if needed. Remove from the heat and drain.
2. To the pork, add the bacon, onions, apples, sage, nutmeg, salt and pepper. Stir in cider and water. Cover and bake at 325° for 2 hours or until pork is tender.
3. Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender.
4. Drain and mash with milk and 3 tablespoons butter. Add salt and pepper to taste. Remove skillet from the oven and spread potatoes over pork mixture.
5. Melt remaining butter; brush over potatoes. Broil 6 in. from the heat for 5 minutes or until topping is browned. Sprinkle with parsley if desired. Yield: 10 servings.
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