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Gorton (French-Canadian Pork Spread)

Gorton (French-Canadian Pork Spread)

Cost $15, save $10

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  • 105 Min
  • 40 Servings
  • $15

INGREDIENTS

  • Meat

    • 2 pounds finely ground pork fat
    • 2 pounds finely ground pork

  • Vegetables

    • 🧅 2 onions, finely chopped

  • Spices and Seasonings

    • 1 teaspoon ground cloves
    • ¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • 🧂 Salt to taste
    • Black pepper to taste

  • Liquid

    • 💧 4 cups water

STEPS

1

Combine pork fat, ground pork, onions, water, cloves, and nutmeg in a large pot; season with salt and black pepper.

2

Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low. Mash mixture with a potato masher every 15 minutes as it cooks; simmer until pork is tender, at least 1 ½ hours. Add water as necessary to keep mixture from boiling dry.

3

Reduce liquid as much as possible when ready to stop cooking without letting it burn. Transfer to lidded containers.

4

Refrigerate gorton 8 hours to overnight. Remove and discard fat layer or stir into gorton for a creamier spread.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

236

Calories

  • 5
    Protein
  • 1
    Carbs
  • 23
    Fats

💡 Use a potato masher to ensure the mixture is evenly mashed and smooth.Refrigeration helps enhance the flavors and texture of the spread.Serve chilled on crackers or toasted bread for best taste.