Braised Pork Shoulder With Apples ( Porc Braisé aux Pommes)

Classic French Dish perfect for the holidays, or any time of the year. Pommeau de Normandie is a alcoholic beverage made with Apple Juice and Calvados (Apple Brandy) and can be bought from various online sellers.

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 F (180 C)

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a flat bottom cast iron skillet or dutch oven and brown the meat on all sides

Step 3

Add the pommeau and chicken stock so that the meat is partially covered. Add the herbs. Bring the stock/Pommeau liquid to a simmer. Cover and put in the oven for 1 hr.

Step 4

Add the peeled and cored apple during the last 30 minutues of the cooking process.

Step 5

After approximately 1 hour, check pork for tenderness. Remove from oven. Reduce the cooking liquid. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 6

Serve pork, apples with a side of your choice. Sauteed spinach, or braised/roasted Brussel sprouts pair well with this dish.