Pork Mediterranean

Portion Size: ½ c. pork mixture, ½ c. noodles

Ingredients:     Yields: 8 servings

IngredientsNotes:
2 ½ lbs. boneless porkTrim all visible fat. Cut across the grain into ½ inch size pieces
1 tablespoon oil 
2 large onionsWash, slice and separate into rings
½ teaspoon garlic powderOr use 1 glove, minced
2 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, cut up 
2 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon granules 
2 teaspoons dried thyme, crushed 
6 oz. can mushrooms, drainedOr 1 (6 oz.) package, fresh sliced mushrooms
½ cup pitted, sliced olive(optional)
2 tablespoons, dried parsley flakesOr ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons flour 
½ cup water 
4 cups. Hot cooked noodlesMay use high fiber noodles. Prepare according to directions on package.
For gluten free (GF): Use GF all-purpose flour, GF chicken bouillon granules and GF noodles.  Always check each ingredient to be sure it is gluten free.

Directions:

Steps:Directions:Critical Control Point / Quality Assurance
1In a large skillet brown half of the pork in hot oil over medium high heat. Remove from heat. 
2Brown remaining pork with onion rings and garlic.  Return all pork to skillet 
3Stir in un-drained tomatoes, bouillon granules, thyme, mushrooms, olives and parsley. Cover. Bring to boil; reduce heat. Simmer 45 minutes or until meat is tender.Minimum Cooking until internal temperature reaches 145 degrees for 15 seconds.
4In small bowl, combine water and flour.  Stir into mixture. Cook and stir until thick and bubbly. Serve hot over noodles. 

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates