Pork For Peasants Recipe

Name: Pork For Peasants
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 3 lbs boneless country-style ribs or 3 lbs pork loin chops, 3/4-inch Thick; 2 tablespoons bacon fat, Rendered (I keep a can in my fridge); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper; 3 yams, approximately 1 1/2 pounds, peeled and cut into 2-inch thick slices; 3 Red Delicious apples (Use apples that hold their shape when cooked) or 3 rome apples, peeled, cored, and cut cross-wise into three rings (Use apples that hold their shape when cooked); 1/2 cup cider or 1/2 cup apple juice; 1/2 cup light brown sugar, Packed; 2 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice; 1 tablespoon caraway seed; 2 lbs sauerkraut, drained, not rinsed, squeezed dry

Servings: persons

3 3 lbs boneless country-style ribs or 3 lbs pork loin chops, 3/4-inch Thick
2 tablespoons bacon fat, Rendered (I keep a can in my fridge)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
3 yams, approximately 1 1/2 pounds, peeled and cut into 2-inch thick slices
3 Red Delicious apples (Use apples that hold their shape when cooked) or 3 rome apples, peeled, cored, and cut cross-wise into three rings (Use apples that hold their shape when cooked)
1/2 cup cider or 1/2 cup apple juice
1/2 cup light brown sugar, Packed
2 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon caraway seed
2 lbs sauerkraut, drained, not rinsed, squeezed dry

1
Heat bacon fat in large saute pan over medium-high heat.
2
Season the pork with salt and pepper, and brown for 2 to 3 minutes.
3
Place sliced yams in bottom of crockpot.
4
Set crockpot on low.
5
Layer the pork, including any pan drippings, and apples on top of the yams.
6
In a small bowl, combine cider or apple juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, allspice and caraway seeds; mix well and pour over the pork and apples evenly.
7
Top with the sauerkraut. It's a tight fit, but my 5-quart crockpot lid does close.
8
Cook on low for 7 to 9 hours.
9
Remove the lid and serve the pork with the sweet potatoes, apples and sauerkraut, spooning sauce over everything.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 3 lbs boneless country-style ribs or 3 lbs pork loin chops, 3/4-inch Thick, 2 tablespoons bacon fat, Rendered (I keep a can in my fridge), 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon white pepper, and more.

Yes, Pork For Peasants falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pork For Peasants

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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