Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 pounds boneless pork loin roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups frozen pepper stir-fry vegetable blend, thawed
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine or additional reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup orange marmalade
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • Hot cooked fettuccine, optional

Method

  • In a large skillet, brown pork in oil; drain. Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker.
  • Stir in the tomatoes, broth, vegetable blend, wine, marmalade, garlic, oregano, fennel seed, pepper and pepper flakes if desired. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 8-10 hours.
  • Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into stew. Cover and cook on high until thickened, about 30 minutes. Serve with fettuccine if desired.