This hearty stew is rich and well flavored. Serve it with Seasoned Breadsticks and Greens and Fruit Salad.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 8

• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 plum tomatoes, chopped
• 1 (8-ounce) package mushrooms, sliced
• 2 potatoes, cubed
• 1½ pounds pork loin, cubed
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ⅛ teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons potato-starch flour
• 4 cups Beef Stock
• 2 cups water
• 1 (6-ounce) can gluten-free tomato paste
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme

1. In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, place onion, garlic, tomatoes, mushrooms, and potatoes.

2. In medium bowl, toss pork with salt, pepper, and potato-starch flour to coat; add to slow cooker.

3. Add Stock, water, tomato paste, bay leaf, and thyme and mix well. Cover and cook on low 7–9 hours, until pork is tender and mixture is blended.

4. Remove bay leaf and thyme stems and serve.

Calories: 284.95
Fat: 7.34 grams
Saturated Fat: 2.66 grams
Carbohydrates: 27.92 grams
Sodium: 499.89 mg