1 ½ lbs boneless pork piece (can used minced pork
instead) trimmed and cut in large chunks
15oz canned tomatoes
1 big carrot, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 Tbsp tomato sauce
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried oregano
¾ lbs penne pasta
salt and black pepper to taste
grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Directions:
Combine all the ingredients (except for pasta and
Parmesan cheese) in a crock pot and cook until the pork is
very tender. (If using mince you will need to stir it or cook
on stove top briefly to separate first) It should take about
5-6 hours on high heat or 7-8 hours,
on low heat. Prepare
the penne shortly before serving. It takes approximately 20
minutes for penne to be done. While the pasta is boiling,
shred the pork using two forks. Mix it well with the
cooking liquid. Once penne is done, drain it and mix with
the pork. Sprinkle with Parmesan shortly before serving,
and add a few basil leaves for color and added flavor.
