Name: Pork and Prunes
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 2 bay leaves; 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons butter; 4 cups chicken broth; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons half-and-half or heavy cream; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 12 ounce package dried pitted prunes; 2 cups red wine; 3.5 pounds boneless country-style ribs, or pork stew meat, cut into chunks

Health score

10%

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Lunch Main Course Main Dish Dinner

15 min.

460kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Pork and Prunes recipe, a perfect blend of savory and sweet that will tantalize your taste buds. This gluten-free dish is not only quick to prepare, taking just 15 minutes of active cooking time, but it also serves a generous eight portions, making it ideal for family gatherings or dinner parties.

The star of this dish is the tender, succulent pork, which is enhanced by the rich flavors of red wine and the natural sweetness of dried pitted prunes. The combination of bay leaves, garlic, and a touch of cream creates a luscious sauce that envelops the meat, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor. With a caloric content of 460 kcal per serving, this meal strikes a perfect balance between indulgence and nourishment.

Whether you're looking for a hearty lunch, a satisfying main course, or a comforting dinner option, this Pork and Prunes recipe fits the bill. Serve it warm over thick slices of toast to soak up the delicious sauce, and watch as your guests rave about this unique and mouthwatering dish. Elevate your cooking game and impress your loved ones with this exquisite recipe that showcases the beauty of simple, quality ingredients.

Ingredients

2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons pepper black freshly ground
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups chicken broth
2 cloves garlic minced
2 tablespoons cup heavy whipping cream
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
12 ounce prune- cut to pieces dried pitted
2 cups red wine
3.5 pounds pork stew meat boneless country-style cut into chunks

Equipment

bowl
dutch oven

Directions

In a small bowl, combine the prunes and red wine; set aside. Toss the pork with the salt and pepper.
Place the butter and olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the pork until brown, working in batches.
Add the garlic, stirring well, and cook for 1 minute.
Add the prunes and wine and bay leaves, stirring to combine. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, covered, for 5 minutes. Stir in 2 cups of the broth, partially cover, and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Uncover and add the remaining broth, stirring well. Reduce heat to simmer and cook 1 hour or until the pork is tender.
Remove from heat. Stir in the brandy (if using) and half-and-half.
Serve warm over thick slices of toast.

Nutrition Facts

Calories460kcal

Protein25.5%

Fat46.11%

Carbs28.39%

Properties

Glycemic Index

19.5

Glycemic Load

7.37

Inflammation Score

-6

Nutrition Score

19.26826083401%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin

0.42mg

Petunidin

1.19mg

Delphinidin

1.22mg

Malvidin

8.3mg

Peonidin

0.75mg

Catechin

4.28mg

Epigallocatechin

0.04mg

Epicatechin

2.27mg

Epicatechin 3-gallate

0.01mg

Hesperetin

0.38mg

Naringenin

1.06mg

Apigenin

0.08mg

Luteolin

0.03mg

Isorhamnetin

0.01mg

Kaempferol

0.06mg

Myricetin

0.27mg

Quercetin

1.4mg

Gallocatechin

0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:459.67kcal

22.98%

Fat:21.62g

33.26%

Saturated Fat:6.02g

37.63%

Carbohydrates:29.95g

9.98%

Net Carbohydrates:26.78g

9.74%

Sugar:17.2g

19.11%

Cholesterol:109.57mg

36.52%

Sodium:1125.6mg

48.94%

Alcohol:6.36g

100%

Alcohol %:2.23%

100%

Protein:26.91g

53.81%

Selenium:42.66µg

60.95%

Vitamin B6:0.83mg

41.46%

Vitamin B1:0.54mg

35.74%

Phosphorus:301.77mg

30.18%

Vitamin B2:0.5mg

29.61%

Vitamin K:27.79µg

26.47%

Zinc:3.97mg

26.46%

Vitamin B3:5.18mg

25.91%

Potassium:833.14mg

23.8%

Vitamin B5:2.31mg

23.08%

Vitamin B12:1.33µg

22.09%

Manganese:0.35mg

17.72%

Magnesium:54.32mg

13.58%

Copper:0.25mg

12.71%

Fiber:3.17g

12.67%

Iron:1.94mg

10.79%

Vitamin A:492.92IU

9.86%

Vitamin D:0.96µg

6.42%

Calcium:63.64mg

6.36%

Vitamin E:0.9mg

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