Creamy Pork Stew Recipe

This creamy pork stew is a comforting and hearty dish that is perfect for a cozy family dinner. Slowly simmered pork chunks in a rich and creamy sauce, flavored with aromatic herbs and vegetables, create a dish that will warm you up from the inside out. Serve this delicious stew with crusty bread or over creamy mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to enjoy a melt-in-your-mouth experience with this creamy pork stew!

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized cubes
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large Dutch oven or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the pork cubes in batches and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
4. Add the diced carrots and celery, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Return the browned pork to the pot, along with the dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the pork is tender.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the heavy cream and all-purpose flour until smooth.
8. Slowly stir the cream mixture into the pork stew, and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the stew thickens.
9. Remove the bay leaf from the pot and discard.
10. Serve the creamy pork stew hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
11. Enjoy!

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