Cretons

Name: Cretons
Ingredients: 1/2 lb lard or 1/2 lb finely chopped pork fatback; 2 lbs ground pork; 1 cup water; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried savory; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon clove

10 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1/2 lb lard or 1/2 lb finely chopped pork fatback
2 lbs ground pork
1 cup water
1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, crushed
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon dried savory
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon clove

Directions

1

In large, heavy pot over low heat, cook pork fat until browned, stirring often; set aside both browned bits and melted fat.
2

Simmer ground pork with water over low heat for about 1 hour. Add melted fat and browned bits, onion, garlic, salt, savory, pepper, cinnamon and cloves. Cover and simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
3

Let mixter cool. Stir well; taste and adjust seasoning. Pack into small pots. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before serving.