Ground Pork and Vegetables in a Cream Sauce

Rich, hearty, and irresistibly creamy, this Ground Pork and Vegetables in a Cream Sauce recipe is a comforting one-pan dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Featuring tender ground pork, sautéed button mushrooms, and a medley of vibrant vegetables like carrots and zucchini, this dish is enveloped in a luscious cream sauce infused with garlic and thyme for an aromatic touch. A quick roux made with butter and flour ensures the sauce is luxuriously smooth, while chicken broth and heavy cream add depth and richness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile recipe can be served over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes, making it a family-friendly favorite. Don’t forget a garnish of fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g ground pork
• 200 g button mushrooms, sliced
• 1 carrot, diced
• 1 zucchini, diced
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground pork and cook until browned, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt. Then, add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, diced zucchini, and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir well to coat evenly. Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw taste of the flour.

Step 6

Gradually add the chicken broth, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 7

Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream. Add the cooked ground pork back into the skillet, along with the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 8

Continue to cook on low heat for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat.

Step 10

Serve hot over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1458.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2831.1

Total Fat 222.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 755.8mg	0%
Sodium 3541.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 13.8g
Protein 142.7g	0%

Vitamin D 24.5IU	0%
Calcium 263.5mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 1447.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.0%

Protein: 20.8%

Carbs: 6.1%