slow cooker pork zuppa

Pork

Slow Cooker Pork Zuppa

This rich Italian soup, made with ground pork, potatoes and kale is sure to satisfy. Using a slow cooker makes this low-calorie recipe easy to execute.

Ingredients

1 pound ground pork
1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano, crushed
¼ teaspoon salt
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
12 ounces tiny red new potatoes, each cut into 8 pieces
1 (12 ounce) can fat-free evaporated milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups chopped fresh kale

Directions

In a large skillet, cook 1 pound pork, 1 cup chopped onion and 2 garlic cloves over medium heat until meat is browned and onion is tender; drain off fat. Return meat mixture to skillet; add 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper. Cook for 1 minute more. Transfer to a 3 1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker. Add 4 cups broth and 12 ounces potatoes.
Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 6 to 8 hours or on high-heat setting for 3 to 4 hours. If using low-heat setting, turn to high-heat setting. In a small bowl combine 12 ounces evaporated milk and 2 tablespoons cornstarch until smooth; stir into cooker. Stir in 2 cups kale. Cover and cook for 30 to 60 minutes more or until bubbly around the edge of the cooker. If desired, sprinkle with additional crushed red pepper.