Pork and Purely Pale Croatian Casserole
A hearty, comforting casserole that combines the flavors of Croatian cuisine with the richness of pork. This recipe is perfect for a chilly evening.
Ingredients
- ●1.5 lbs Purely Pale Croatian Pork Shoulder
- ●1 large OnionChopped
- ●3 cloves GarlicMinced
- ●1 cup MushroomsSliced
- ●1 cup Casseroles Sauce
- ●2 tbsp Tomato Paste
- ●to taste Salt
- ●to taste Black Pepper
- ●1/2 cup Breadcrumbs
- ●1 cup Grated Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
Season the pork shoulder with salt and black pepper.
- 3
In a large skillet, cook the pork shoulder over medium-high heat until browned on all sides.
- 4
Remove the pork from the skillet and set it aside.
- 5
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent.
- 6
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they release their moisture and start to brown.
- 7
Stir in the casseroles sauce, tomato paste, salt, and black pepper.
- 8
Return the pork shoulder to the skillet and coat it with the sauce.
- 9
Transfer the pork and sauce to a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 10
Top the pork with breadcrumbs and grated cheddar cheese.
- 11
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 12
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.