Pork Marinara
October 20, 2025 • 0 comments
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Ingredients
- (2-3 lb.) Pork Shoulder
- (1 lb.) Uncooked Pasta (Spaghetti or Penne)
- (2 jars) Pasta Sauce
- (2-3 ct.) Garlic Cloves (Minced)
- (1/2 of Whole Onion) Onion (Optional)
- (n/a) Olive Oil
- (n/a) Salt
- (n/a) Fresh Basil (For Garnish)
- (n/a) Parmesan Cheese (When Serving)
Directions
STEP ONE: PREP PORK SHOULDER
-Quickly sear the pork shoulder on each side, until browned, for 1–2 minutes on high heat.
-Remove and set aside.
STEP TWO: SAUTÉ GARLIC/ONION
-In a large pot or Dutch oven, sauté garlic and/or onions in olive oil over medium heat until fragrant and the onions are translucent.
STEP THREE: COOK PORK SHOULDER
-Place the pork shoulder into the pot with the garlic, onions, and olive oil.
-Add the pasta sauce, stirring to coat the pork. Cover and cook for 2½ hours, or until the pork easily falls apart with a fork.
STEP FOUR: COOK PASTA
-Once the pork has been thoroughly cooked and the sauce is ready, boil the pasta in salted water until al dente.
-Drain and set aside.
STEP FIVE: SERVE
-Shred the pork into the sauce, then toss with pasta until well combined.
-Serve warm, topped with fresh basil and grated Parmesan
