French Canadian Ragout

Warm up your table with a bowl of rich and aromatic French Canadian Ragout, a timeless classic that embodies comfort and tradition. This hearty stew features tender, golden-seared pork shoulder simmered with fragrant spices like cinnamon, cloves, and allspice, creating a unique depth of flavor. Combined with cubes of velvety potatoes and a savory broth, this dish is slow-cooked to perfection, ensuring every bite melts in your mouth. Perfect for cozy family dinners or holiday feasts, it’s served hot and garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Pair it with a slice of crusty bread to soak up the luscious gravy and savor the flavors of this authentic French Canadian favorite. Ready in just over two hours, this comforting ragout is as delightful to prepare as it is to enjoy.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork shoulder (cubed)
• 0.33 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 unit large onion (finely chopped)
• 3 units garlic cloves (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cloves
• 0.25 teaspoon ground allspice
• 4 cups chicken or beef broth
• 4 units potatoes (peeled and cubed)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 unit bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, dredge the cubed pork shoulder in flour to coat evenly, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

Add the pork to the pot in batches, searing all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the pork and set aside.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the pot.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic, cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground allspice. Cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 7

Return the seared pork to the pot and stir to coat with the spices and aromatics.

Step 8

Pour in the chicken or beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any browned bits. Add the bay leaf and bring to a gentle boil.

Step 9

Lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the pork is tender.

Step 10

Add the cubed potatoes, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well and cook uncovered for an additional 30 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the stew has thickened.

Step 11

Discard the bay leaf before serving.

Step 12

Ladle the ragout into bowls and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Serve hot with crusty bread or on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2283.8 grams (2283.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3079

Total Fat 230.30g	295%
Saturated Fat 89.60g	448%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 767mg	256%
Sodium 6701mg	291%
Total Carbohydrate 80.00g	29%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 10.50g
Protein 179.40g	359%

Vitamin D 9IU	45%
Calcium 235mg	18%
Iron 12mg	64%
Potassium 3440mg	73%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.6%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 10.3%