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Hearty Slow Cooker Pork Stew for Comforting Family Dinners

Close-up of a hearty bowl of rich pork stew featuring tender shredded meat, large chunks of carrots, and potatoes in a dark broth.
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Make fork-tender pork and vegetables in your slow cooker. This easy pork stew recipe creates a rich, savory broth perfect for cozy weeknight meals or weekend gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and thickly sliced
  • 1 1/2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, quartered
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine (optional, substitute with more broth)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 3 tablespoons cold water (for slurry)

Instructions

  1. If you choose to brown the meat, season the pork cubes with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork in batches, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer the browned pork to the slow cooker insert.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the slow cooker over the pork.
  3. Add the carrots, potatoes, thyme, and rosemary to the slow cooker.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, red wine (if using), tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce. Pour this liquid mixture over the ingredients in the slow cooker.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 1/2 to 4 hours, until the pork is fork tender.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, stir the cornstarch slurry into the stew. Stir well. Cover and cook until the stew has thickened.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed before serving hot with crusty bread.

Notes

  • For the best texture, avoid overcrowding the slow cooker when browning the meat; work in batches.
  • If you do not use wine, add 1/2 cup of water to the broth mixture for adequate liquid.
  • This stew freezes well for up to three months; cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers.

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