40 Perfect Pork Recipes for Summer

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40 Perfect Pork Recipes for Summer1/40 Root Beer Pulled Pork Nachos 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Root Beer Pulled Pork Nachos Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 8 hours 50 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I count on my slow cooker to do the honors when I have a house full of summer guests. Teenagers especially love DIY nachos. Try cola, ginger ale or lemon-lime soda if you’re not into root beer. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 391 calories, 23g fat (8g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 287mg sodium,

20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein

20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein. 2/40 Banh Mi Skewers 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Banh Mi Skewers Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 55 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love banh mi sandwiches but wanted to make them a little easier to serve for a party. These skewers are a really fun twist! For easier prep on the day of the party, make the meatballs in advance and freeze them. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah Nutrition Facts: 1 skewer with about 1 tablespoon sauce: 336 calories,

They always turn out moist and flavorful

24g fat (5g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 416mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein. 3/40 How to Grill Ribs 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved The Best Baby Back Ribs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I first marinate each rack of ribs, then add a zesty rub before grilling them. They always turn out moist and flavorful. —Iola Egle, Bella Vista, Arkansas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 647 calories, 41g fat (13g saturated fat), 123mg cholesterol, 2345mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (29g sugars,

1g fiber), 37g protein

1g fiber), 37g protein. 4/40 Luau Pork Lettuce Wraps 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Luau Pork Lettuce Wraps Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 30 min Servings 2 dozen Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I first made this recipe when our family took a trip to a beach house in Florida. On my night to cook, I did a luau theme and used this recipe as the appetizer. These are still a favorite today! —Joyce Conway, Westerville, Ohio Nutrition Facts: 2 filled lettuce wraps: 242 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 1017mg

sodium, 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein

sodium, 23g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. 5/40 Spicy Peanut Butter and Pork Sandwich Test Kitchen Approved Spicy Peanut Butter and Pork Sandwich Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 10 min Servings 1 serving Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A little spicy, a little sweet, with just a hint of curry, this flavor combo is something you just have to try. —James Schend, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 open-faced sandwich: 215 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 381mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein. 6/40 Taco Pizza 20

It’s a great recipe, especially if you have teenagers

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time 45 min Servings 2 pizzas (8 pieces each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Convenient prebaked crust makes this tasty taco pizza as easy as can be. It’s a great recipe, especially if you have teenagers. I keep the ingredients on hand so that we can whip up this filling meal anytime. —Mary Cass, Baltimore, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 2 pieces: 310 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 32mg cholesterol, 747mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein. 7/40 Dutch Oven Pulled Pork 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Dutch

Oven Pulled Pork Sandwiches Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 15 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These fabulous Dutch-oven pulled pork sandwiches have a sweet, tangy flavor. If you want a smokier taste, add a little liquid smoke to the pulled pork before returning it to the Dutch oven. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 357 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 771mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (16g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. 8/40 Carnitas Huevos Rancheros Test Kitchen Approved Carnitas Huevos Rancheros Recipe

It’s one of my favorite recipes to serve for dinner with eggs

photo by Taste of Home Total Time 7 hours 35 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I was in college, I was a church counselor in Colorado and had my first taste of Mexican food. Recently, I’ve learned to make more authentic dishes, like these pork huevos rancheros. It’s one of my favorite recipes to serve for dinner with eggs. —Lonnie Hartstack, Clarinda, Iowa Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 509 calories, 27g fat (8g saturated fat), 254mg cholesterol, 858mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 7g fiber), 31g protein. 9/40 Breakfast Eggrolls 4 Reviews Contest Winner

Test Kitchen Approved Breakfast Egg Rolls Recipe photo by Alejandro Monfort for Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Whether you have to run out the door in the morning or you take a few minutes to relax at the table, these breakfast egg rolls will hit the spot. The egg-and-sausage mixture can be made the night before, so in the morning, just roll, fry and go! —Anne Ormond, Dover, New Hampshire Nutrition Facts: 1 egg roll: 209 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 438mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate

(0 sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein

(0 sugars, 1g fiber), 10g protein. 10/40 Barbecue Pork Cobb Salad Test Kitchen Approved Barbecue Pork Cobb Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 4 hours 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My lunchtime salad gets way more interesting topped with barbecue pork, cheddar cheese and creamy avocado. It’s as satisfying as it is scrumptious. —Shawn Carleton, San Diego, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 492 calories, 24g fat (9g saturated fat), 185mg cholesterol, 868mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (23g sugars, 7g fiber), 35g protein. 11/40 Pulled Pork Parfait Test Kitchen Approved Pulled Pork

I take it up a notch by adding layers of corn and creamy mac and cheese

Parfait Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 15 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I tried a version of this meaty parfait at Miller Park, the then-home of my favorite baseball team, the Milwaukee Brewers. I take it up a notch by adding layers of corn and creamy mac and cheese. It truly is a full barbecue meal you can take on the go. —Rachel Seis, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 349 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 1116mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein. 12/40 Potato

and Chorizo Casserole 10 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Potato and Chorizo Casserole Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love the smoky flavor chorizo gives this dish, but I’ve also made it with Italian sausage and substituted an Italian blend cheese for the Mexican cheese. For a vegetarian option, you can use cream of mushroom soup and fresh mushrooms. —Ana Beteta, Aberdeen, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 316 calories, 20g fat (9g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 611mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars,

2g fiber), 12g protein

2g fiber), 12g protein. 13/40 Green Chile Adobado Poutine 6 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Green Chile Adobado Poutine Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 3 hours 50 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This Canadian comfort-food classic is even better when served southwestern style as either an appetizer or an entree. —Johnna Johnson, Scottsdale, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 434 calories, 19g fat (7g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 1065mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein. 14/40 Pressure-Cooker Memphis-Style Ribs 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Pressure-Cooker Memphis-Style Ribs Recipe

photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: After my dad and I had dinner at the legendary Rendezvous restaurant, I was inspired to create my own version of tasty dry-rub Memphis ribs. Smoked paprika in the rub mimics the flavor the ribs would get from grilling over hot coals. —Matthew Hass, Franklin, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 509 calories, 35g fat (13g saturated fat), 136mg cholesterol, 1137mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 38g protein. 15/40 Pressure-Cooker Chinese-Style Ribs 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 50

min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: It’s nice to walk in after a hard day’s work and have dinner ready in a short amount of time. I hope you agree these ribs are quick, easy and delicious. Enjoy! —Paula Marchesi, Lenhartsville, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 493 calories, 22g fat (8g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 1115mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 2g fiber), 42g protein. 16/40 Pressure-Cooker Cajun Pork and Rice 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created

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