Best 5 Pork Stew With Pears And Thyme Recipes

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Discover the heartwarming flavors of tender pork, juicy pears, and aromatic thyme in a delightful stew that will tantalize your taste buds. This comforting dish combines the richness of pork with the natural sweetness of pears, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Enhanced with the subtle hints of thyme, this pork stew is a culinary masterpiece that will transport you to a cozy autumn evening, promising a satisfying meal that nourishes both body and soul.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PORK ROAST WITH THYME



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This savory recipe is easy and delicious. It is my favorite recipe for cooking a pork roast. Serve with autumn apples and sweet potatoes.

Provided by Teresa C. Rouzer

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     Pork Roast Recipes

Time 3h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 pounds pork roast, trimmed
3 cloves garlic, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
½ tablespoon ground black pepper
3 bay leaves
½ cup cider vinegar
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • With a small knife, pierce top of roast. Force garlic slices into the cuts. Sprinkle the roast with salt and pepper. Place bay leaves in the bottom of the roasting pan, and set roast on top of bay leaves, fat side up. Mix vinegar and thyme in a small bowl, and pour over the top of the roast.
  • Bake in the preheated oven 3 hours, or until an internal temperature of 145 degrees F (63 degrees C) is reached. Using a baster or spoon, baste the drippings over the roast frequently while it is cooking. Let the roast rest for 10 minutes when done before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.8 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 66.1 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 21.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 246.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

HERB-ROASTED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH PEARS



Herb-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Pears image

Caramelized seasonal fruit and fresh thyme give allure to an all-American staple.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pork tenderloins (about 1 1/2 pounds total), excess fat and silver skin removed
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 Bartlett pears, quartered and cored

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 475 degrees. With a paring knife, cut 10 small slits in each tenderloin. Stuff slits with garlic and thyme; season pork with salt and pepper. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium. Add pork, and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides, about 10 minutes.
  • Add pears to skillet. Transfer to oven, and cook, tossing pears once, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of pork registers 145 degrees, about 10 minutes. Transfer pork and pears to a platter; let rest 5 minutes. Season pan juices with salt and pepper, and pour into a gravy boat or small bowl. Slice pork, and serve with pears and pan juices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 34 g

PORK STEW WITH PEARS AND SWEET POTATOES



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It's nice knowing that pears, which we think of almost exclusively for desserts in this country, are often used in savory ways in Eastern European cuisines. In this stew, caraway seeds, allspice and fennel reinforce that heritage, while sweet potatoes add rich, round flavors. Although bone-in ribs seem a bit more flavorful, boneless are also fine here. You can even use a combination of both if that's what turns out to be in the package you buy at the store. Because the pears can turn mushy overnight, this is the rare stew that's actually best served the day that it's made.

Provided by John Willoughby

Categories     dinner, soups and stews, main course

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 1/2 pounds boneless or 3 pounds bone-in country-style pork ribs
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more as needed
2 onions, halved and thinly sliced
2 bulbs fennel, fronds removed, bulb cored and thinly sliced
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 large or 3 small sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons caraway seeds
1 teaspoon ground allspice
2 bay leaves
2 to 3 cups chicken stock
3 pears of your choice, peeled, cored and cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Grainy mustard for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • If using bone-in ribs, cut away the bones and set aside. Cut pork into 1-inch cubes, sprinkle the ribs evenly with the salt and allow to stand, refrigerated, for at least 1 hour and no more than 12 hours. Move oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 325 degrees.
  • Dry pork cubes well and sprinkle generously with pepper. Heat oil over medium-high heat in Dutch oven or other large, heavy pot until shimmering. Working in batches to avoid crowding, brown the pork well (including bones if you have them), transferring to a platter as browned, adding more oil in between batches if needed.
  • Add the onions and fennel to the pot and cook, stirring frequently, until onions are transparent, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the wine and bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve any fond on the bottom of the pot. Add the pork (and bones if you have them), sweet potatoes, caraway seeds, allspice, bay leaves and enough chicken stock to just cover the meat. Bring to a simmer, cover and place in oven for 1 hour. Add the pears to the pot, then continue to cook until meat is very tender, about 30 to 45 minutes more.
  • Remove bones from pot, stir in lemon juice, then serve stew in bowls, passing mustard separately so people can put a dollop on their stew if desired.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 876, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 63 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1428 milligrams, Sugar 26 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CREAMY PORK STEW



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This creamy pork stew is one of my favorite cold weather dishes of all time. You can add squash, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, mushrooms, root vegetables--it's quite versatile. And if pork isn't your thing, this would be lovely with veal, beef, or chicken thighs. Serve on steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Pork

Time 2h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 ½ pounds pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch chunks
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves minced garlic
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
½ cup apple cider or apple juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
1 ¼ cups heavy cream
¼ cup chicken broth or more as needed
1 stalk celery, sliced
1 cup sliced carrots
4 sage leaves
2 sprigs thyme
2 small sprigs fresh rosemary
1 dried bay leaf
1 pinch cayenne pepper
½ cup green peas, fresh or frozen
¼ cup matchstick-cut apple strips
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Season pork chunks generously with salt and pepper. Toss to distribute seasonings evenly.
  • Heat vegetable oil in pot over high heat. Brown pork in batches so meat isn't crowded, about 7 minutes total time per batch. Transfer pork to a plate. Cook onions in same pot; cook and stir until they start to turn translucent and edges get brown, 3 or 4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute. Stir in apple cider and apple cider vinegar.
  • Raise heat to high. Stir in mustard and horseradish. Transfer browned pork pieces back to pot, along with accumulated juices. Pour in cream and chicken broth to cover. Add sage, thyme, rosemary, and bay leaf. Season with a pinch of salt. Bring to a simmer; reduce heat, cover, and simmer on low for 30 minutes. Add celery, carrots, black pepper and cayenne.
  • Simmer uncovered on low until meat is tender, about 1 hour. Add green peas. Simmer another 10 minutes. Optional: for a thicker sauce, raise heat and simmer until sauce is reduced, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Garnish individual servings with apple strips and chopped fresh chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 759.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.6 g, Cholesterol 213.8 mg, Fat 61.2 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 32.5 g, SaturatedFat 28 g, Sodium 446.5 mg, Sugar 8 g

PERUVIAN PORK STEW WITH CHILES, LIME AND APPLES



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Spicy and sweet, this Peruvian stew is rich with apples and onions and scented with chiles, lime and cloves. It's not at all difficult to make, and it takes less time than you would think, about two hours from start to finish. As you brown the pork on all sides in a pot, sauté the onions and apples with the chiles, bay leaves and cloves in another. Combine everything and braise until the pork is very tender and falling apart. If you'd like to make it in a slow cooker, put everything into the crock after browning and sautéing and turn the cooker on high. It will be ready in four to six hours.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, one pot, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield at least 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 to 4 pounds trimmed boneless pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 large white onions, chopped
4 large apples, peeled, cored and roughly chopped
3 snipped and seeded ancho or other mild dried chiles
3 bay leaves
Pinch of ground cloves
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
4 cups chicken stock
Steamed rice for serving
1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a skillet and brown the pork in it on all sides; you may have to do this in batches for the most efficient browning. Meanwhile, sauté the onions and apples in a pan with the chiles, bay leaves and cloves until the onions are tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan, Dutch oven or slow cooker. Bring to a boil, then adjust the heat so the mixture bubbles steadily but not vigorously. (If you're using a slow cooker, turn it to high and walk away for 4 or 6 hours.)
  • Cook, stirring every 30 minutes or so, until the meat is very tender and just about falling apart, at least an hour. Taste and adjust the seasoning, then lower the heat (this will keep well for at least an hour before serving). Remove the meat, then reduce the broth as necessary; serve over steamed rice, garnished with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 635, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 39 grams, SaturatedFat 13 grams, Sodium 306 milligrams, Sugar 15 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of pork: For this stew, a tougher cut of pork like chuck roast or pork shoulder is best. These cuts have a lot of connective tissue that breaks down during cooking, making the meat tender and flavorful.
  • Brown the pork before stewing: Browning the pork before adding it to the stew helps to develop its flavor and create a richer stew.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for pears, onions, and carrots, but you can also add other vegetables like potatoes, celery, or turnips. Experiment with different combinations to find your favorite mix.
  • Use a good quality broth: The broth is an important part of the stew, so use a good quality broth that is flavorful and has a rich body.
  • Simmer the stew low and slow: The stew should be simmered for at least 1 hour, or until the pork is tender and the vegetables are cooked through. Simmering the stew slowly allows the flavors to develop and meld together.
  • Serve the stew with a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes: The stew is delicious served with a side of crusty bread or mashed potatoes. The bread or potatoes can be used to soak up the flavorful broth.

Conclusion:

Pork stew with pears and thyme is a hearty and flavorful stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. The pork is tender and juicy, the vegetables are cooked to perfection, and the thyme adds a delicious herbal flavor. This stew is sure to please everyone at your table.

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