Pork and Cider Stew (A Crock-Pot Recipe)

The pairing of sweet potatoes, carrots and apples go perfectly with the pork shoulder and make a nice counterpoint to the cider. It's also really fast and easy to get together.

• Ready In: 7 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 5

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄4 lbs sweet potatoes, about 2 medium, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
• 3  small carrots, peeled and cut in 1/2-inch-thick slices
• 1  cup  chopped onion
• 2  lbs boneless pork shoulder, cut in 1-inch pieces
• 1  large granny smith apple, peeled, cored and coarsely chopped
• 1⁄4 cup flour
• 3⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried sage
• 1⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1⁄4 teaspoon pepper
• 1  cup apple cider

Directions

1. Layer sweet potatoes, carrots, onion, pork, and apple in a 3 1/2-quart or larger slow-cooker.
2. Stir flour, salt, sage, thyme and pepper in a small bowl to combine. Add apple cider; stir until smooth. Pour over meat and vegetables.
3. Cover and cook on low 7-9 hours until pork and sweet potatoes are tender when pierced.