Mexican Pork Roast

This recipe is from a friend I met in Northeast PA many years ago.  Back then, computers were getting fancy, so blogs were not as popular. Having family recipes put into book form was. My friend Lisa compiled recipes from brothers, sister, mom and grandma and created The LaFrance Collection. Many good recipes in this book, but one that I make the most often is this pork roast. It is perfect for a special family meal or to serve at a dinner party. Very, very good.

The recipe:

4-5 lb. boneless center cut pork roast
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. garlic salt
1 tsp. chili powder (divided)
1/2 C. apple jelly
1/2 C. ketchup
1 Tbsp. vinegar

Preheat oven to 325'.  Place pork, fat side up on roasting rack in large pan.  Combine salt, garlic salt and 1/2 tsp. chili powder and rub into roast. Cook in oven for 2-2 1/2 hours, or until done.  In small saucepan, combine jelly, ketchup (I use only Heinz brand), vinegar ( I use apple cider vinegar) and remaining 1/2 tsp. chili powder. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 2 minutes.  Pour mixture over the top of the cooked roast and cook additional 5 minutes.

Pork & Sauerkraut

Happy New Year!  I got a call from my father last night around 7:30pm requesting us to not call at midnight to say Happy New Year, for he would be in bed. We both laughed and wished eachother a good night. But before we hung up, he asked the question "so, what are you having for dinner tomorrow?" My answer was "Pork & sauerkraut of course!"

Tradition has it in Pennsylvania Dutch country that eating this dish on New Years Day will bring one good luck for the year. How could you pass that up?

Something you will notice with PA Dutch dishes: most are very basic and boiled! This recipe is no exception.

I wish you a year of good fortune!

The Recipe:

2-3 lb. Center cut boneless pork roast
1 (32 oz) Silver Floss Shredded Sauerkraut (in the glass jar)
Salt & Pepper

Place pork roast in pot with about 2 cups water. Cover  with entire jar of sauerkraut. Salt & pepper. Place lid on pot and simmer for 4 hours.

A must on your dish? Mashed potatoes!