Pork chops with mashed potatoes.

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.

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METHOD :

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!

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