COUNTRY FRENCH PORK WITH PRUNES AND APPLES

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The classic flavors of herbes de Provence, apples and dried plums make this easy slow-cooked pork taste like a hearty meal at a French country cafe. For a traditional pairing, serve the pork with braised lentils. -Suzanne Banfield, Basking Ridge, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon herbes de Provence
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1 boneless pork loin roast (3 to 4 pounds)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced
1 cup apple cider or unsweetened apple juice
1 cup beef stock
2 bay leaves
2 large tart apples, peeled, cored and chopped
1 cup pitted dried plums (prunes)

Steps:

  • Mix flour, herbes de Provence, salt and pepper; rub over pork. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Brown roast on all sides. Place roast in a 5- or 6-qt. slow cooker. Add onions, apple cider, beef stock and bay leaves., Cook, covered, on low 3 hours. Add apples and dried plums. Cook, covered, on low 1 to 1-1/2 hours longer or until apples and pork are tender. Remove roast, onions, apples and plums to a serving platter, discarding bay leaves; tent with foil. Let stand 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 449mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Hassan Mzuri
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I'll definitely be making this again!


AK IS Back
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Delicious!


Free fair lover
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This was a great recipe!


Mohammed faiz uddin
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit!


MD Niyaz Mahmud Nazim
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion meal.


Thet Wai Aung
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I love this recipe!


Birungi Immaculate
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing!


NuKe_Leo_18
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This is a keeper!


Kathryn Paige
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I'll definitely be making this again!


Favour Otoghile
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Delicious!


MD jisad
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This was a great recipe! The pork was tender and flavorful, and the prunes and apples added a nice sweetness and tartness.


Siyam ST
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit! The pork is so tender and juicy, and the sauce is delicious. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables.


Tommy Precious
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion meal. The pork is always a crowd-pleaser, and the prunes and apples add a touch of elegance.


Suvo Biswas
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I love this recipe! The pork is always so tender and flavorful, and the prunes and apples add a nice sweetness and tartness. I usually serve it over rice or mashed potatoes.


Bidi Bismark
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The pork was fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I served it over mashed potatoes and it was a perfect comfort food meal.


Shumalia ali
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit with my family! The pork was juicy and the sauce was flavorful. The prunes and apples added a nice touch of sweetness and tartness. I will definitely be making this again!


Paulo Owden
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This was a delicious and hearty dish! The pork was tender and flavorful, and the prunes and apples added a nice sweetness and tartness. I will definitely be making this again!