Pork Sauce

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Servings: 12 servings Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, slow-cooked bean stew with salty pork and sweet molasses depth
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This hearty Pork Sauce is a comforting, old-fashioned dish that relies on the deep, savory flavors of salt pork and the sweetness of molasses and brown sugar. The dried beans simmer for hours, becoming tender and creamy while absorbing the rich broth. The whole onion added during cooking infuses the pot with a subtle, sweet aromatic backbone without needing to be chopped. It’s a perfect example of “peasant cooking” elevated by time and patience, resulting in a thick, satisfying stew. Ideal for cold winter evenings, this recipe requires minimal active effort but rewards you with a deeply flavorful meal that tastes even better the next day. Serve it straight from the pot with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the glossy, savory sauce.

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Pork Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 12 servings Calories: 291.4

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This hearty Pork Sauce is a comforting, old-fashioned dish that relies on the deep, savory flavors of salt pork and the sweetness of molasses and brown sugar. The dried beans simmer for hours, becoming tender and creamy while absorbing the rich broth. The whole onion added during cooking infuses the pot with a subtle, sweet aromatic backbone without needing to be chopped. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect example of "peasant cooking" elevated by time and patience, resulting in a thick, satisfying stew. Ideal for cold winter evenings, this recipe requires minimal active effort but rewards you with a deeply flavorful meal that tastes even better the next day. Serve it straight from the pot with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the glossy, savory sauce.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Rinse the dried beans and soak them overnight in a large bowl of cold water with a pinch of salt.
  2. Drain the soaked beans thoroughly and transfer them to a large, heavy-bottomed pot or crock.
  3. Add the salt pork cubes, brown sugar, molasses, and dry mustard to the pot with the beans.
  4. Stir the ingredients together gently to combine the seasonings with the beans.
  5. Pour hot water into the pot until the beans are covered by a few inches of liquid.
  6. Push the whole onion down into the center of the mixture using a ladle, ensuring it is submerged.
  7. Cover the pot and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  8. Reduce heat to low and let it cook slowly for about 3 hours, stirring occasionally once it begins to bubble.
  9. Check the liquid level periodically and add more hot water as needed to keep the beans covered.
  10. Continue cooking until the beans are very tender and the sauce has thickened to your liking.
  11. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if desired before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 291.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 6.9g11%
Saturated Fat 2.3g12%
Cholesterol 36.0mg12%
Sodium 65.0mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 46.6g16%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g27%
Sugars 36.8g
Protein 16.6g34%

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

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