Main Ingredient - Pork

peppered_rack_of_pork_recipe

This elegant roast is the perfect centerpiece for the holiday dinner

moroccan_style_pork_shoulder_roast_recipe

Pork shoulder is cooked low and slow in this Moroccan-inspired dish.  Serve over cooked couscous and with a large spinach salad.

oven_barbecued_pork_recipe

Invite guests to partake in a “make-your-own carnitas” bar, complete with Oven-Barbecued Pork, tortillas, guacamole, sour cream and salsa.

red_cooked_pork_and_vegetables_recipe

A colorful and easy dish using economical pork shoulder. Serve with rice and chopsticks if desired.

north_carolina_pulled_pork_bbq_sandwiches_recipe

Cooking this roast long and slow makes for a tasty, tender sandwich. Top the sandwich with some coleslaw for a crunchy, cool contrast. Have your favorite side dishes and some cold watermelon for dessert.

slow_smoked_berkshire_pork_butt_with_michigan_cherry_and_white_bean_salad_recipe

Recipe courtesy of Chef Susan Goss of West Town Tavern in Chicago, IL. Recipe created for the Share Our Strength's Taste Of The Nation.

tastebud_popping_pork_piccata_recipe

Traditional pork piccati gets a new twist courtesy of Guy Fieri.

paella_recipe

Looks complicated, but it’s not: This classic Spanish rice dish boasts shrimp, pork sausage and fresh pork. Kissed with saffron, and enlivened with pimiento and green peas, this one-dish meal makes enough for a crowd. Just add a crusty loaf of bread to serve alongside. Any leftovers? They reheat nicely in the microwave.

stuffed_pork_loin_genoa_style_recipe

This colorful stuffed roast makes a flavorful centerpiece to your next gathering. Treat your guests by serving this along side ofsauteed zucchini and seasoned couscous.

choucroute_garni_recipe

Literally “garnished cabbage,” this classic Alsatian dish features mellow sauerkraut garnished indeed---with a wealth of smoked meats. Serve an Alsatian white wine with this dish, and lightly buttered rye bread or pumpernickle.

chinese_pork_dumplings_recipe

Exclusive Recipe courtesy of Brian Yarvin, Author of A World of Dumplings
Chinese dumplings filled with pork sound pretty standard these days, but the addition of a bit of chopped Chinese sausage makes them special for any gathering.

slow_cooked_spiced_cranberry_pork_roast_recipe

The flavors from the winter holidays fill the kitchen with this slow cooker recipe from Lisa Buzzard of Stroudsburg, PA who won first place at the Allentown Fair. Serve with mashed potatoes and green bean casserole.

shredded_pork_with_roasted_tomatoes_and_chipotle_peppers_recipe

Simmer on the stovetop during the day and have ready as part of a buffet for the big game or next party.

santa_fe_salad_with_grilled_pork_tenderloin_recipe

This easy entrée salad is mostly a matter of assembly—the bed of the salad is convenient pre-cut lettuce, topped with contemporary canned vegetables, grilled pork tenderloin and a tangy vinaigrette. Serve with mini corn muffins for a complete meal.

barbecued_pork_steaks_recipe

Your family will love the sweet barbecue flavor of these pork steaks. If you do not have pork steaks on hand, substitute your favorite pork chops instead. Serve chops with baked potatoes and mixed salad greens.

grilled_yucatacan_pork_steaks_recipe

This classic grilled pork dish from the Yucatan—Poc Chuc—is simplicity personified, but it’s loaded with flavor.

crown_roast_of_pork_with_walnut_rhubarb_stuffing_recipe

This elegant centerpiece entrée is actually very easy to prepare. Have the butcher cut and tie the crown roast for you. Simply roast, and bake the stuffing alongside in a separate casserole. Serve with buttered green beans amandine, a fruit salad and warm dinner rolls.

italian_roast_pork_loin_recipe

Make dinner time family time. This easy roast can be served with Citrus Spinach Salad, warmed crusty bread and French-cut green beans.

italian_pork_melts_recipe

Great with leftover pork roast instead of stir-frying pork strips. Make sure if younger cooks are helping to have an adult use the broiler.

pork_pocket_sandwiches_recipe

Leftover pork roast can used for these pocket bread sandwiches for next day lunch or a midnight snack.