Schwartz Somerset Pork Casserole Mix, 36g

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If you don’t have a flameproof and heatproof dish, start in a large pan on the hob before transferring to a lidded ovenproof dish to bake. How to Make Pork and Cider Casserole – Step-by-Step Instructions Because we are using pork shoulder, the meat won't dry out and become tough. You don't have to worry about over-cooking this casserole. If you forget to turn it off and leave it for longer than the stated recipe time, it won't be the end of the world. Serve over mashed potatoes with some steamed tenderstem broccoli or savoy cabbage on the side. A glass of cider would be the perfect drinks match! Freezing instructions

Slow cooker dinners are just MADE for the autumn, warming, comforting family dinners you can spoon over over creamy mashed potatoes – so good! Step 1. Heat oil in the pot using the Sauté function and brown the pork in batches until nicely coloured. You might want to do this in a large skillet over medium high heat instead. Don’t overcrowd the pork as it will stew rather than brown. Tender chunks of juicy pork shoulder, slow-cooked in a delicious honey and mustard-flavoured sauce, make this slow-cooker pork casserole taste out-of-this-world amazing!

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At the end of the slow cooking time, the pork should be cooked all the way through, and the vegetables softened. Yes – you can freeze pork and cider casserole. Cool the casserole completely, then store in an air tight freezer proof container or freezer bag in the freezer. Cream rather than crème fraîche (sometimes crème fraîchecan split, so I prefer to use cream - make sure it's double/heavy cream though - the higher the fat content, the less likely it is to split.) Vegetables– you can use any combination of vegetables you have available. I used 2 carrots and 2 leeks that weighed about 500g when prepared.

To reheat a pork casserole, transfer it to an oven-safe dish or container and heat it in the oven at 180°C for around 25–30 minutes until heated through. Alternatively, you can heat it in the microwave. More Slow Cooker Pork Recipes This dish is very indulgent, so shouldn't be eaten too often. But it's perfect for those special occasions!Step 5. Return the pork to the pot and stir to combine. Cover with a lid and cook in a 180°C (350°F) oven for two hours until pork is tender. You’ll have seen those little sachets of casserole mix in the supermarkets – the ones you just add to water. Cooks Note – if your slow cooker pan cannot be used on a hob, warm the casserole in a hob-safe pan first and transfer to the slow cooker for cooking.

If you can’t find cider or would prefer not to use it, substitute with cloudy apple juice with one teaspoon apple cider vinegar mixed in. If you prefer to have some crispy apples also, heat 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon brown sugar in a skillet and stir to melt. Add 2 sliced apples and fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly caramelised. Serve these with your pork casserole. Servingsuggestions Peel and rinse the onions and potatoes. Cut the onions into 1-inch pieces and cut the potatoes into 2-inch pieces.Stretch your casserole to feed more people and add a tin of beans (we like baked beans stirred through a pork or sausage casserole….)

If you’ve got leftover stew, casserole or curry then grab our BRILLIANT leftover recipe ideas here – How To Use Up Leftover Stewand turn it into something new!Serve over rice with a side of mixed green vegetables. See my posts on how to cook rice in the microwave or how to cook rice in the oven, for easy ways to cook the perfect rice every time.