Pork Roast with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
(from Heather Hulsey’s recipe box)
Source: Taste of Home test kitchen
Serves 4 peopleIngredients
- 1 boneless whole pork loin roast (3-4 pounds)
- 1 can (14.5 oz.) chicken broth
- 1 cup julienned sweet red pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons cold water
- 2 cups refrigerated mashed potatoes
Directions
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Cut roast in half; transfer to 5-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, combine the broth, red pepper, onion, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar and seasonings; pour over pork. Cover and cook on low for 3-4 hours or until meat is tender.
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move the pork; cut some into cubes measuring 2.5 cups and save for another use (keep remaining pork warm).
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For gravy, strain cooking juices and skim fat; pour 1 cup into a small sauce pan. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cooking juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
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Meanwhile, in a small microwave safe bowl, cook the potatoes on high for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Slice the remaining pork; serve with potatoes and gravy.