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Veggie Pork Saute

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When time is of the essence, try this swift meal-in-one from Audra LeGay. The Grand Junction, Colorado reader serves a lightly sauced combination of pork, mushrooms, zucchini and tomato over a bed of cooked rice.

SERVINGS: 4

CATEGORY: Main Dish

METHOD: Stir-Fry

TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Ingredients:

  • 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pound boneless pork, cubed
  • 5 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, halved and sliced
  • 2 celery ribs, sliced
  • 1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 medium zucchini, halved and sliced
  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1-1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Hot cooked rice

Directions:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine 3 tablespoons flour, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Add pork; seal bag and shake to coat. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown pork in 3 tablespoons butter and oil; remove and keep warm.
    In the same skillet, saute the onion, celery and mushrooms in remaining butter for 5 minutes. Add pork and zucchini; saute until meat juices run clear and vegetables are tender.
    Stir in the tomato. Place the remaining flour in a small bowl; stir in the broth and vinegar until smooth. Add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with rice. Yield: 4 servings.


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