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Pork Ragu

This recipe is a great way to use leftover pork shoulder. It is simple to make, and the seasonings can be adjusted to your taste.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: boston butt, leftovers, pork, pork shoulder, ragu
Servings: 8
Calories: 234kcal
Author: Debbie

Ingredients

  • 6 cups Pork shoulder, cooked and chopped leftovers are great for this
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 cup bell peppers, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1 cup dry white wine
  • 2 cups chicken stock or broth
  • 14 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons sage I used fresh but dried would work also
  • 2 teaspoons rosemary
  • 3 bay leaves
  • Tabasco sauce, to taste
  • salt, to taste
  • pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • In a Dutch oven or large stock pot, sauté the onions, peppers, and celery, until tender and translucent.
  • Add the garlic and cook about one minute.
  • Stir in the wine and continue to cook until the wine is reduced by 2/3.
  • Add the remaining ingredients, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 40-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Check your seasonings and adjust to your taste preferences.
  • Serve over spaghetti squash, pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup | Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 376mg | Potassium: 792mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1034IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 3mg