🍲 Tender Italian Pork Roast with Eggplant Carrots Ragu 🍆

🍖 Pork Roast With Eggplant and Carrots Ragu Recipe 🍆

Description: Fork tender pot roast can be made in a crock pot just brown then transfer to crock pot with rest of ingredients. Leftovers can be forked to make BBQ pork sandwiches. The eggplant melts into the sauce so the kids won’t know it’s there. A very hearty dish!

• Cook Time: 3 hours
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
• Servings: 6
• Cuisine: Italian-American

Ingredients 🥕

Instructions 🍳

1. Mix Seasoning:

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   • In a small bowl, mix together sugar, coarse salt, pepper, garlic powder, and finely chopped fresh basil (reserving some for garnish later). Set aside.

2. Preheat Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius).

3. Season Pork Loin:

   • Lightly dust the pork loin with the prepared seasoning mix, coating it evenly.

4. Brown Pork:

   • In a large, hot Dutch oven, place the pork loin fat side down. Brown well on all sides, turning to ensure even browning. If the pork loin is lean, you may need to add a bit of oil to the pan.

5. Add Ingredients:

   • As the sides of the pork loin brown, sprinkle the remaining seasoning mix over the browned sides. Add in the white wine, chopped onions, diced eggplant, minced garlic cloves, sliced carrots, and bay leaves.

6. Pour Tomato Sauce:

   • Pour the tomato sauce over everything in the Dutch oven. Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.

7. Bake:

   • Place the Dutch oven, covered, into the preheated oven. Give it a stir about 1 hour into roasting to ensure everything cooks evenly.

8. Slow Roast:

   • Allow the pork roast to slow roast for an additional 1-2 hours, or until it becomes fork-tender and easily pulls apart.

9. Serve:

   • Once done, remove the pork roast from the oven. Discard the bay leaves. Garnish with the remaining fresh basil. Serve this flavorful pork roast over your favorite pasta, allowing the sauce to mingle with the noodles.

Nutritional Information 📊 (Per Serving)

• Calories: 443.6
• Fat: 15.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 5.4g
• Cholesterol: 122.6mg
• Sodium: 1136.4mg
• Carbohydrates: 23.3g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Sugar: 12.2g
• Protein: 46.6g

Tips & Tricks 🌟

• Meat Choices: If you prefer a different cut of pork, such as pork shoulder or butt, feel free to use that instead of pork loin.
• Crock Pot Option: This recipe can easily be adapted for a slow cooker. Simply follow steps 1-5, then transfer everything to your crock pot. Cook on low for 6-8 hours until the pork is tender.
• Vegetarian Twist: For a vegetarian version, omit the pork and use extra veggies like mushrooms and bell peppers. You can also add some cooked beans for protein.
• Serving Suggestions: This pork roast is delicious served over pasta, but it also pairs well with mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the savory sauce.

Enjoy this comforting and hearty Pork Roast With Eggplant and Carrots Ragu! 🍽️🥂 Perfect for cozy winter nights or busy weeknights when you want a delicious meal with minimal effort. The flavors meld together beautifully, creating a dish that will surely become a family favorite. Bon Appétit! 🎉