This simple braise is a mainstay along the coast of Portugal. With clams from the sea and pork from the nearby mountains, it speaks to the landscape, and diet, of Portugal itself. Its garlicky broth pairs well with crusty bread and dry Portuguese wine.

This creamy, pureed bean soup gets some heft from cubes of smoked ham and paprika-dusted croutons.

This sweet-savory stew features tender braised pork shoulder and vegetables.

A mix of mild and hot chiles gives body and heat to this quick braise made with boneless pork shoulder (ask your butcher to trim it for you).

Michael Symon defines himself as a "porketarian," saying he can't get enough of the meat. For his luscious chili, he uses incredibly flavorful and succulent pork cheeks—an unusual cut worth seeking out. If pork cheeks aren't available, pork shoulder (cut into 2-inch pieces) can be substituted.

This hearty sauce, featuring a combination of pork shoulder and sweet Italian sausage, easily comes together in a slow cooker. It's the perfect thing to make on a Sunday for meals during the week.

Traditionally slow-roasted, we marinate pork shoulder steaks with Korean staples for tenderness, then grill them for a faster cook time without sacrificing flavor or texture.

Pork loin braised with mushrooms, citrus, and herbs is a traditional Corscian dish that deserves a place on your dinner table.

Roast pork, ham, salami, Swiss cheese, pickles, and mustard come together for this melty griddled sandwich.