{"id":11371,"date":"2013-01-05T16:16:17","date_gmt":"2013-01-06T00:16:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shescookin.com\/?p=11371"},"modified":"2020-09-25T18:19:36","modified_gmt":"2020-09-26T01:19:36","slug":"slow-cooker-pork-bean-stew","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shescookin.com\/slow-cooker-pork-bean-stew\/","title":{"rendered":"Slow Cooker Pork and Bean Stew"},"content":{"rendered":"
<\/a><\/p>\n Way better than canned, this slow cooker pork and bean stew is pure comfort food that is satisfying, nutritious, and low sodium! Pork and beans became a southern staple because, not only is it hearty, satisfying, and nutritious after a hard day’s work, but economical as well – a pot of beans could feed a brood of young ‘uns for mere cents back in the day and a warm bowl of ham and beans, even today, are budget-friendly and perfect for the healthier you this year.<\/p>\n Jump to Recipe<\/a><\/p>\n As part of the legume family of food, beans offer plenty of heart-healthy folate and fiber and can be a filling substitute for meat. One of my goals this year is to include more legumes in my diet and seek out heirloom bean varieties like some of those collected by Master Gardener John Coykendall that I read about in The Blackberry Farm Cookbook<\/a>. But rest assured, it won’t be just the year of the bean because the legume family of foods is a diverse one that includes peas, alfalfa, clover, and sprouts, as well as tiny lentils, and the inappropriately named peanut.<\/p>\n In fact, I ushered in the new year with the southern tradition of having blackeyed peas (another legume) for good luck on New Year’s Day; my humble Hoppin’ John salsa kicked off a lovely alfresco brunch with friends complete with champagne toasts and Manna Hatta bourbon punch beneath\u00a0magnificent trees overlooking a picturesque canyon vista – a truly auspicious beginning to 2013.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n As a kid, blackeyed peas always seemed kind of bland and boring, but I’ve jazzed them up over the years with chile peppers, corn, cilantro, and lime or Meyer lemon for a crunchy flavorful\u00a0Hoppin’John salsa<\/a>\u00a0with tortilla and flaxseed chips that both kids and grown-ups love. Plus, spread the salsa on top of chips with a little cheese and bake for some great tasting nachos. Try it some time – no need to reserve it for New Years – \u00a0it’s a perfect football snack for the approaching playoffs and Super Bowl or a healthy dip\/salsa any time of year.<\/p>\nGood Eatin’ and Good For You: Beans and Other Legumes<\/h2>\n
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Slow Cooker Pork and Bean Stew Recipe<\/h2>\n