Pork, Barley and Vegetable Stew Recipe

Ingredients

Servings: 4, Serving Size: 2 cups

6 cups low-fat, low-sodium chicken broth

1 pound boneless pork loin chips, cubes

1 tsp ground cumin

1/4 tsp pepper

4 cups chopped collard greens or kale

1 cup baby carrots

1 cup frozen pearl onions

2 medium ribs of celery, sliced

1/2 cup uncooked pearl barley

2 tbsp imitation bacon bits

2 medium garlic cloves, minced

Exchanges/Choices:

1 Starch

4 Lean Meat

2 Vegetable

Calories 327

Carbohydrate 27g

Dietary Fiber 5g

Sugar 7g

Fat 10g

Sodium 303mg

In a stockpot, stir together the broth, pork, cumin and pepper. Bring to boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered for 30 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through.
Stir in the remaining ingredients. Simmer, covered for 30-35 minutes or until the barley, vegetables and pork are tender, stirring occasionally. Serve hot.

Fun Facts / Cooking Tips
	Imagine a bowl of this healthy stew especially during the winter months; this delicious stew is pack with lean pork, hearty barley and a variety of vegetables, including vitamin-rich greens.

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