Green Chile Stew *

 2 Tbsp olive oil

1 1/2 pound pork roast, fat trimmed

1 tsp kosher salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 yellow onion, diced small

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 tsp ground cumin

16 oz jar hatch green chiles (your preferred spice level, I use medium)

1 pound yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch cubes

2 cups chicken broth

1 bay leaf

Optional toppings:  cilantro, cubed avocado, shredded cabbage, cotija cheese, tortilla chips, shredded cheddar cheese

Cut pork into 1/2 inch cubes and season with salt and pepper.  Heat oil in large skillet.  When hot, add pork and brown on all sides (about 2 minutes per side. It will continue to cook so it's ok if it is not fully cooked)  Place browned pork and all other ingredients (except optional toppings) in crockpot and stir to combine.  Let cook on low for 8 hours or until pork is very fork tender.  

Serves 4