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I am constantly amazed at how animated and talkative people get when you mention food. The mere aroma of certain foods can evoke memories that transport us back to a special place and time. Food can bridge the gap between all ages, races and ethnicities.
Let's face it, the only thing that should ever come between people is a table and some serving bowls.

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Sweet September




When September arrives I immediately think apples and apple cider. I think most of us do while looking forward to a change from the extreme heat of summer. A nice crisp apple is synonymous with the crispness of fall.
I think fall was one of my Mother's favorite times; maybe being born in September had a little to do with it. My mother would just come to life when the apple farms and cider mills went into full swing. Her great love for pork didn't hurt either, she always said that apples and pork were a match made in heaven and I would have to agree.

Apple Cider Stew

1-2 lbs. Pork shoulder (any pork with a good amount of marbling) cut into bite size pieces.
8 large carrots, chopped
6 potatoes, chopped
2 apples, chopped
2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. thyme
1 large onion chopped
2 c. apple cider

Place carrots, potatoes, and apples in crock pot. Add meat and sprinkle with salt, thyme, and onion. Pour cider over meat and cover. Cook on low heat 10-12 hours. Thicken gravy using 2 tablespoons of cornstarch in a separate bowl mixed with a little bit of the hot gravy. Put cornstarch mixture back in pot of hot stew and bring to a boil while stirring.

14 comments:

Little Ol' Liz said...

Gazukes!
I was at the grocery yesterday and have all that in the pantry. I can't wait to bust that out over the weekend -- it just may become our next football favorite meal!

So happy to see you've posted :)

Julie said...

Geez' Liz that would be perfect food for a football game. A nice change from the standard pot of chili.

Suzanne said...

I haven't even tasted this, but I am already infatuated with it! The color is gorgeous and the flavors sound incredible.

Bianca @ Upright Vacuum Cleaner said...

Oh, this has me drooling. Whatever was on my menu for tomorrow is now off and I'm making this.

Mel said...

I love fruit in cooking and apple + pork is one of my favourite combinations too!

Your blog is beautiful, I especially loved reading your posts about your mom. Thank you for sharing slices of your life with your readers, I look forward to my next visit!

Anncash16 said...

I like your recipe, maybe I can use it in my diet plan.

Coupon Trunk said...

Cider and pork... two of my favorite things. That recipe sounds delish!

Pearson Airport Limo said...

the color of it seems fabulous and it's mouth watering.

Pearson Airport Limo

Dental Technology said...

this seem very delicious and mouthwatering

Dental Technology

E-Clinical said...

Nice dish

E-Clinical

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