Pork Neck in Mushroom Sauce, Baked

Name: Pork Neck in Mushroom Sauce, Baked - Norica K.
Ingredients: 1 kg pork neck / chop; with or without bone; 1 cup * cream of mushroom soup; homemade or mushroom sauce from a packet; 2 onions; finely chopped; 1/4 cup wine / water; 250 g black olives; desalted by boiling in water; salt; pepper; freshly ground; oil * cream of mushroom soup (500 g mushrooms; oil; 1 tablespoon flour; 1/2 cup wine; 1/2 cup water)

Meat - Pork Neck in Mushroom Sauce, Baked by Norica K. - Recipia

To prepare a delicious main dish, start by cutting the pork or beef into suitably sized pieces so that they cook evenly. Season the meat with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring that each piece is well coated with these spices. Heat a little oil in a large pan over medium heat and fry the pieces of meat until they are golden brown on all sides. This step will add a special flavor to the dish. Once the meat is browned, transfer it to an oven-safe dish. Meanwhile, prepare the mushroom sauce. If you choose to use a packet sauce, follow the instructions on the package, mixing it with sautéed onions in a little oil, then adding wine or water to achieve a creamy consistency. If you prefer to use fresh mushrooms, clean them carefully, then thinly sliced mushrooms are sautéed in oil until golden and tender. After the mushrooms are ready, sprinkle a little flour over them and mix well to incorporate. Then add the wine and water, allowing the sauce to simmer on low heat. Stir constantly to prevent sticking until the sauce thickens and achieves a creamy texture. Season again with salt and pepper to taste, and if desired, you can purée the sauce for a smooth consistency or leave it chunky with mushroom pieces for added texture. Once the sauce is ready, combine it with the browned meat pieces in the oven-safe dish, ensuring that the sauce completely covers the meat. On top, sprinkle the drained olives to add extra flavor. Preheat the oven to a temperature of 190-200 degrees Celsius and place the dish in the oven. Let it bake for about 60 minutes or until the meat is nicely browned and the sauce has reduced significantly. To serve, you can choose to accompany it with a side of fluffy rice, baked potatoes, or boiled or roasted vegetables, thus perfectly complementing this savory dish. Enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner, full of enticing flavors and textures!