1. Wash hands before beginning preparation. Thoroughly clean and sanitize surfaces and equipment (CCP).
2. Prepare pork according to your General Diet recipe for Braised Pork. Cook until tender and moist.
3. Weigh out 1.5 lbs of pork. Cut into smaller pieces to allow for easier processing.
4. Reserve 12 fl oz of cooking broth that has been strained of any bits. Hold at 140’F or higher (CCP).
5. Place cooked pork in a food processor. Do not overfill. Process until fine in consistency.
6. Add hot broth to Thick-It® Original Food & Beverage Thickener. Whisk briskly for 30 seconds.
7. Add thickened broth. Process until smooth.
8. Scrape down sides of processor with rubber spatula and process for an additional 30 seconds until completely pureed.
9. Test per IDDSI Testing Methods for Pureed, Level 4 (PU4) using the Fork Drip Test, Spoon Tilt Test, no separate thin liquid. Refer to IDDSI.org for how to use these testing methods.
10. Hold at 140°F or higher until service (CCP).
11. Serve using #10 scoop.

This recipe may not be appropriate for all people with dysphagia. Consult with a physician or other qualified healthcare professional about questions concerning your patients’ health and diet, particularly regarding the suitability of this recipe for your patient or other individuals.

• Verify final recipe and any garnishes using IDDSI testing methods for IDDSI Pureed, Level 4 (PU4) before service: Fork Drip Test, Spoon Tilt Test, no separate thin liquid.
• Amount of moisture in various cuts of cooked pork can vary. This recipe was standardized using braised pork shoulder. Recipe may be altered to include more or less broth and/or more or less thickener depending on the results of IDDSI testing.
• Recipe standardized and tested at 155°F. Temperature may affect IDDSI testing results.
• Make certain to refer to local food regulation for management of time and temperature values for prepared items. This would apply to hot and cold holding as well as time out of temperature control.
• For optimal quality and safety, these products are intended for immediate consumption upon preparation or within 24 hours following proper handling guidance.