Moroccan Pork

Don't let the list of ingredients keep you from trying this slow-cooker recipe. You and your family will be pleasantly surprised just how great tasting this one pot meal is.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 1/2 pounds boneless pork loin roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 (16-ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
12 ounces plum tomatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 2 cups)
1 large yellow bell pepper, seeded, cut into 1-inch squares
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1/2 cup golden raisins
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons water
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons instant chicken bouillon
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 tablespoons peanut butter
Hot cooked couscous for accompaniment (optional)

Cooking Directions:

1. Place garbanzo beans, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, raisins, tomato paste, water, garlic, chicken bouillon and cumin in 5-quart slow cooker. Mix until well combined.
2. Place pork slices on top of bean mixture. Cover. Cook on low heat setting 6 to 7 hours, or until pork is tender. Stir in peanut butter. Serve over couscous if desired.

Makes 6 servings.

Recipe provided courtesy of National Pork Board.