Kossman Pork and Beans

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Warm, hearty, and brimming with bold flavors, Kossman Pork and Beans is the ultimate comfort food dish that combines tender, slow-simmered pork shoulder with creamy white beans in a rich, smoky tomato broth. Perfect for a cozy family dinner, this one-pot recipe is elevated with aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cumin, along with a touch of molasses for subtle sweetness and apple cider vinegar for a tangy finish. With just 20 minutes of prep and a mouthwatering simmer time, it’s an easy and satisfying meal to pair with crusty bread or rice. Ideal for fans of rustic, homestyle cooking, this savory dish is as much about the comforting texture as it is about the complex layers of flavor. Plus, it’s a great make-ahead option that tastes even better the next day!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 2 pounds pork shoulder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 leaves bay leaves
• 30 ounces canned white beans (such as cannellini or great northern beans)
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into 2-inch chunks. Sprinkle the pork pieces evenly with salt and black pepper.

2. Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, sear the pork pieces in batches until browned on all sides. Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.

3. While the pork is searing, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

4. Lower the heat to medium and sauté the chopped onion in the same pot until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and cumin, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

5. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes with their juices, chicken broth, and bay leaves. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

6. Return the seared pork to the pot, along with any juices that accumulated on the plate. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

7. Meanwhile, drain and rinse the canned white beans. After the pork has simmered for 1 hour, add the beans, molasses, and apple cider vinegar to the pot.

8. Stir everything well and continue to simmer uncovered for an additional 30–45 minutes until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened to your liking.

9. Taste the dish and adjust seasoning as needed with additional salt or pepper. Discard the bay leaves before serving.

10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Pair with crusty bread or rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (484.1g)

Calories		610
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		37.3 g	48%
	Saturated Fat	11.6 g	58%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.5 g
Cholesterol		107 mg	36%
Sodium		1135 mg	49%
Total Carbohydrate		33.4 g	12%
	Dietary Fiber	8.7 g	31%
	Total Sugars	9.2 g
Protein		37.3 g	75%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		140 mg	11%
Iron		5.8 mg	32%
Potassium		1110 mg	24%

*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: 2024 cal (54.4%%)

Protein: 892 cal (24.0%%)

Carbs: 802 cal (21.6%%)