Italian Mushroom Stew with Pork and Sausage
This hearty Italian mushroom stew with pork and sausage is a classic Utica-style comfort food recipe made with tender pork loin, savory Italian sausage, bell peppers, mushrooms, and rich tomato sauce. Perfect for cozy family dinners and Sunday meals.
- Prep Time: 20 MINS
- Cook Time: 1 HOUR
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: ONE POT
- Cuisine: ITALIAN | AMERICAN
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound pork loin, cubed
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1 pound Italian sausage (hot or sweet), sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 large onion, chopped
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2 ribs celery, chopped
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½ cup water (plus more as needed)
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¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
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2 teaspoons dried oregano
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1 bay leaf
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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½ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
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2 cans (12 oz each) tomato sauce
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2 large green bell peppers, chopped
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2 pounds mushrooms (portobello, porcini, shiitake, or oyster), chopped
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat.
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Add cubed pork and sliced sausage. Brown on all sides.
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Stir in onion and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Stir in chopped bell peppers and mushrooms. Cook until mushrooms release moisture.
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Return meat fully to the pot. Add tomato sauce, water, basil, oregano, bay leaf, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
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Bring to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook on low for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Remove bay leaf before serving.
Notes
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Spoon over penne or rigatoni
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Serve with crusty Italian bread
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Top with fresh basil and grated Parmesan
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Pair with a simple green salad