Crockpot Cider Pork Stew

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
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Tender pork slow-cooked with apples, cider, and root vegetables for a comforting autumn meal.
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Crockpot Cider Pork Stew

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 943.7

Description

This hearty Crockpot Cider Pork Stew is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings. Tender cubes of pork become fall-apart soft as they simmer for hours in a rich broth infused with tart apple cider and fresh thyme. The sweetness of the apples balances the savory depth of the pork, while carrots, potatoes, and onions add earthy texture and bulk. Its a rustic, home-style dish that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend dinners, this stew serves a crowd easily. The thickened gravy clings beautifully to every bite, making it a satisfying main course that warms you from the inside out.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cut the pork into 1-inch cubes, slice the onions, peel and slice the carrots, quarter the potatoes, and chop the apple.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of flour, salt, dried thyme, and pepper.
  3. Toss the pork cubes in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
  4. Place the carrots, potatoes, onions, and chopped apple in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  5. Top the vegetables with the coated pork cubes.
  6. In a measuring cup, combine the apple cider and vinegar, then pour evenly over the meat and vegetables.
  7. Cover the slow cooker and cook on Low for 10 to 12 hours, or until the pork is tender.
  8. Turn the slow cooker setting to High.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup of flour and 1/2 cup of cold water until smooth and lump-free.
  10. Stir the flour mixture into the hot liquid in the slow cooker.
  11. Cover and cook on High for 15 minutes, or until the stew has thickened to your liking.
  12. Taste the stew and add additional salt or pepper if needed.
  13. Serve hot, garnished with fresh thyme if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 943.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 32.8g51%
Saturated Fat 11.4g58%
Cholesterol 181.6mg61%
Sodium 5135.3mg214%
Total Carbohydrate 90.2g31%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g42%
Sugars 29.6g
Protein 69.1g139%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: apple, cider, crockpot, pork, stew, slow cooker, thyme, carrots, potatoes, onions, comfort food, autumn, easy dinner, family meal, savory, hearty, fall recipe, thickened gravy
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