Continuing our comfort food season series, there’s one dish that stands out for its warmth, rich flavours, and simple ingredients—pork stew. This dish is the perfect way to bring the family together around the dinner table, especially during these colder months when hearty meals are a must. Pork stew is easy to make, budget-friendly, and packed with delicious flavours that will fill your home with an irresistible aroma.

Here’s a quick and simple recipe to create your own pork stew:

Ingredients

• 1 lb pork shoulder, cut into cubes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 3 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add pork cubes and brown them on all sides.
2. Remove the pork and set aside. In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic until soft.
3. Return the pork to the pot and add chicken broth, potatoes, carrots, celery, thyme, and bay leaf.
4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for about 1 hour, or until pork is tender and vegetables are cooked through.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot and enjoy the comfort of a classic meal!

This pork stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy evenings at home.