Lean Pork Cacciatore Braised with Red Wine and Vegetables

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Ingredients:

• 1 pound lean boneless pork, cubed
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 stalk celery, finely chopped
• 1 carrot, shredded
• 1/4 pound mushrooms, sliced
• 1 (1 pound) can tomatoes, crushed
• 1/3 cup dry red wine or beef broth
• 2 Tbsp. dried rosemary, crushed
• 1/4 tsp. each dried basil and oregano leaves

Directions:

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil. Add pork and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2. To the pan, add onions, garlic, celery, and carrot.
3. Cook, stirring, until onions are soft, about 5 minutes.
4. Add wine and remaining ingredients, stir well, cover and simmer 10-15 minutes. Add pepper to taste.
    

Nutritional Analysis (per serving):
Calories: 308
Protein: 34 g
Total Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Cholesterol: 106 mg
Fiber: 4 g
Sodium: 379 mg

Recipe provided by Kathy Duran-Thal, RDN, LD, Cooper Clinic Nutrition Services