Pork Chops with Scalloped Potatoes

 

The recipe is good, it’s somewhat simple, and on the bland side, so it lends itself a bit of spicing up. Be Creative...I don't need to tell you how you can do that!

INGREDIENTS:

3 tablespoons butter 

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 

1-1/2 teaspoons salt 

1/4 teaspoon pepper 

1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth 

6 pork rib or loin chops (3/4 inch thick) 

2 tablespoons canola oil 

Additional salt and pepper, 

optional 6 cups thinly sliced peeled potatoes 

1 medium onion, sliced

 Paprika and minced fresh parsley,( optional)

DIRECTIONS:

In a small saucepan, melt butter; stir in the flour, salt and pepper until smooth. Add broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Remove from the heat and set aside. 

In a large skillet, brown the pork chops on both sides in oil; sprinkle with additional salt and pepper if desired.

 In a greased 13×9-in. baking dish, layer potatoes and onion. Pour broth mixture over layers. Place pork chops on top. 

Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour; uncover and bake 30 minutes longer or until meat and potatoes are tender. If desired, sprinkle with paprika and parsley. 

Test Kitchen Tips 

A mandoline makes quick work of slicing potatoes and onions. 

Rib chops are recommended because they have a slightly higher fat content than leaner loin chops. Even with longer cooking times, they tend to stay juicy and flavorful. Bonus: They’re usually less expensive!

ENJOY!