Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 lb

pork tenderloin, medallions

cut into bite-sized pieces

6 unit

potatoes

quartered

2 unit

apples

cut into bite sized pieces

1 unit

onion

diced

1 lb

baby carrots

14 ounce

chicken broth

1 tsp

thyme

1 tsp

garlic powder

0.5 tsp

ground cloves

0.5 tsp

ground mustard

1 tsp

salt

to taste

0.5 tsp

pepper

Step 1
~69 min

Arrange potatoes, apples, onions, and carrots on the bottom of the crock pot.

Step 2
~69 min

Cut pork tenderloin into large, bite-sized pieces to prevent drying.

Step 3
~69 min

Place the pork pieces on top of the vegetable layer in the crock pot.

Step 4
~69 min

Pour chicken broth over the pork and vegetables.

Step 5
~69 min

Evenly sprinkle thyme, garlic powder, ground cloves, ground mustard, salt, and pepper over the pork.

Step 6
~69 min

Do not stir the ingredients.

Step 7
~69 min

Cook on high heat for 4-5 hours or on low heat for approximately 8 hours.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a thicker stew, mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with cold water and stir into the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Add other root vegetables like parsnips or turnips for a more complex flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be prepped the night before.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of crusty bread.

Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Salad
Mashed Potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Comfort food associated with fall harvest season.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Autumn Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Fall Feast
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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