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Classic German Pork and Dumpling Casserole

A comforting casserole with slow-cooked pork and fluffy dumplings in a savory sauce.

120 minutes4 servings
Classic German Pork and Dumpling Casserole
Photo: Mike aus dem Bayerwald · CC BY-SA 3.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until softened.
  2. Add pork shoulder and brown on all sides.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  4. Cover and cook for 1.5 hours until the pork is tender.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix flour, milk, and sour cream to make a sauce.
  6. Stir the sauce into the pot and simmer for 10 minutes.
  7. In a small bowl, mix flour and water to make a dough for dumplings.
  8. Drop spoonfuls of dough into the pot and cook for 15 minutes.
  9. Serve hot with a side of steamed vegetables.
  10. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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