"When the weather gets a little colder, this pork stew really hits the spot. Pork shoulder meat is braised in a creme fraiche sauce until amazingly tender and delicious. Serve on polenta with crisp sage leaves for garnish...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 slices bacon, coarsely chopped
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1 1/2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch chunks
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salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
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1 small yellow onion, diced
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4 cloves garlic, sliced
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1 1/4 cups chicken broth
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1/2 cup creme fraiche
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves
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1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
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1/4 cup olive oil
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15 whole fresh sage leaves