Cafe Rio Pork

Cafe Rio Pork came into our lives while on vacation in Utah at Janalen and Rocky's home. This was an immediate family favorite, and has pleased many of our friends since! A sure crowd pleaser, this slow cooked dish has minimal prep time, and can be served a number of ways. With added shredded cheese have a taco bar, exotic salad or just serve with rice and meat. Added benefits are that young and old alike always ask for the leftovers.

Pork Recipe

3 lb pork

16 oz. chunky salsa

1 can Dr. Pepper

1 c. brown sugar

Put pork in crock-pot and fill half way with water. Cook 4 hours on high. Drain water and cut the pork in thirds. Add other ingredients and add on top of pork. Cook 4 more hours. Shred the pork.

Cilantro Rice

3 cups white rice

4 cups water

4 tsp. chicken bouillon

1 tbsp. butter

½ chopped onion

4 tsp. minced garlic

½ bunch cilantro chopped

1 can diced chilies

½ tsp. salt

Easiest tip: Mix all ingredients in a rice cooker!

Conventional method: Saute onion and garlic. Add all other ingredients and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and cover, simmer for 15-20 minutes.

Creamy Cilantro Tomatillo Dressing

1 cup mayonnaise

1 package Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing

1/3 cup buttermilk

1 cup cilantro

2 cloves garlic

3 tomatillos (skins removed)

½ tsp. cayenne pepper

Put all ingredients into a blender. Chill before serving so it will thicken.