Grilled BBQ Pork Chop w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Whole Grain Bread
April 25, 2013 at 5:53 PM | Posted in grilling, Idahoan Potato Products, JB's Fatboy Sauces and Rub, pork chops | Leave a commentTags: Barbecue sauce, cook, Dietary Reference Intake, DV, Flavor, Meat, Sauce, SODIUM BISULFITE
Today’s Menu: Grilled BBQ Pork Chop w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Whole Grain Bread
Well my Dad was moved this afternoon from the hospital to a rehab center, at least 2 weeks or more till he regains his strength. The weather, it’s a sunny but cool day again. Where is our warm Spring weather? I found time this afternoon to work on the gas grill. Cleaned the burner and gas line, and got it going again! I think it’s about worn out, hopefully I’ll get another Summer out of it. For dinner tonight; a Grilled BBQ Pork Chop w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Whole Grain Bread. My first grilled Chop of the Spring!
I used a Costco Center Cut Pork Loin Chop. I love Costco’s Meats. If you’ve never tried them you should. After warming up the grill I 
seasoned my Chop with McCormick Grinder Sea Salt and Black Peppercorn. It was a fairly thick cut Chop so I had to keep it on the grill a little longer than normal. When the Chop was done I immediately brushed both sides with my favorite BBQ Sauce, JB ‘s Fatboy Haugwaush Sauce. I just love all the JB ‘s Fatboy BBQ Sauces and Rubs but the Haugwaush Sauce is my favorite! It’s a flavorful thick Sauce with a perfect blend of spices and ingredients. Another must try if you haven’t. The Chop was juicy and full of flavor! Love that Grill!
For sides I warmed up some Idahoan Homestyle Mashed Potatoes. I used the single serve microwavable one. I also warmed a single serve can of Del Monte Cut Green Beans and had Healthy Life Whole Grain Bread topped with a bit of I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter. For dessert later a Healthy Life Chocolate Swirl Frozen Yogurt.
JB ‘s Fatboy Haugwaush Sauce
Product Description
Be happier than a pig in sauce after adding Haugwaush to any meat product. Serve direct as a condiment or coat on grilled meats the last few minutes of cooking time. Sauce will caramelize on meat when heated through.
Warning: Consumer should be aware that frequent use of this sauce may result in the temptation to ‘pig out’ at the dinner table.
Shake well before using. Refrigerate after opening. Made in the USA.
Ingredients: Red ripe tomatoes, brown sugar, mustard, natural smoke flavor, filtered water, vinegar, honey, kosher salt, onion, garlic, natural flavor, turmeric, tamarind, and spices.
Nutritional Facts
Serving Size: 2 Tbsp (35 g) Servings: 12 Size: 12 fl. oz. (354.9 ml) Calories: 80 Total Fat: 0 g (0% DV) Sodium: 230 mg (9% DV) Total Carbohydrate: 20 g (7% DV) Sugars: 19 g Protein: 0 g Vitamin A: 6% DV Vitamin C: 4% DV Percent Daily Values (DV) are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Buttery Homestyle Flavored Mashed Potatoes Cup
Idahoan’s popular Buttery Homestyle mashed potatoes now available in a convenient, portable, easy-to-prepare cup. You’ll find many new uses for Buttery Homestyle mashed potatoes in a cup, from snacks to work-time lunch sides. The flavor of Idahoan’s best, now in an ultra convenient pack.
Microwave Directions
CAUTION: KEEP KIDS SAFE! Cup and potatoes will be VERY HOT!
Remove lid completely.
Add cold water to fill-line in cup. Stir thoroughly to moisten all potatoes.
Microwave uncovered on HIGH for 1 1/2 minutes. CAUTION: Cup and contents will be very hot!
Stir well and let stand for 1 minute. Enjoy.
INGREDIENTS: IDAHO® POTATOES, PARTIALLY HYDROGENATED OIL (CONTAINS ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: SOYBEAN, COTTONSEED, SUNFLOWER), CORN SYRUP SOLIDS, SALT, MALTODEXTRIN, COCONUT OIL, NONFAT DRY MILK, SUGAR, WHEY POWDER, SODIUM CASEINATE, BUTTER POWDER [BUTTER (SWEET CREAM, SALT, ANNATTO COLOR), NONFAT MILK SOLIDS, SODIUM CASEINATE AND DISODIUM PHOSPHATE], MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES, CALCIUM STEAROYL LACTYLATE, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, SPICE, SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BISULFITE, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, LECITHIN, ARTIFICIAL COLOR, CITRIC ACID, MIXED TOCOPHEROLS (VITAMIN E) AND LESS THAN 2% SILICON DIOXIDE ADDED AS AN ANTI-CAKING AGENT.
Nutrition Facts
Amount Per Serving
Calories 110
Calories from fat 25
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3g* 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 450mg 19%
Total Carbohydrates 20g 7%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 2g
http://idahoan.com/products/buttery-homestyle-flavored-mashed-potatoes-cup/
Breaded Pork Chop w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Artisan Harvest Grain Baked Bread
April 15, 2013 at 5:12 PM | Posted in green tea, greenbeans, pork chops | Leave a commentTags: Baking, Canola, Egg Beater, Green Bean, Mashed potato, Meijer, Pork, Pork chop
Today’s Menu: Breaded Pork Chop w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Artisan Harvest Grain Baked Bread
I’ve used this recipe for Breaded Pork Chops several times now, it came from an issue of Taste of Home/ Simple and Delicious. I love 
the Taste of Home various magazines and their recipes. To make the Breaded Chops I’ll need 1/4 cup Egg Beater‘s, 1/4 cup 2% milk, 1/2 cup crushed low fat saltines crackers, 2 boneless pork loin chops (1-inch thick and 4 ounces each), and 1 tablespoon Canola Oil. Then to prepare them is quite easy; in a shallow bowl, combine Egg Beater’s and milk. Place cracker crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip each pork chop in egg mixture, then coat with cracker crumbs, patting to make a thick coating. In a large skillet, cook chops in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving. The Chops came out moist and delicious and the saltines made a great crust for the Chops. I’ve left the original recipe, which makes 6 Chops, and the link to the Taste of Home website at the end of the post.
To go with the Chops it was leftovers. Bob Evans Mashed Potatoes and the Green Beans leftover from last night. Just reheat and served. I also baked a loaf of Meijer Bakery Artisan Harvest Grain Bread. Just love the fresh taste of their bread. For dessert later a Healthy Choice Vanilla Bean Frozen Yogurt.
Breaded Pork Chops Recipe
Ingredients
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup 2% milk
1-1/2 cups crushed saltine crackers
6 boneless pork loin chops (1-inch thick and 4 ounces each)
1/4 cup canola oil
Directions
In a shallow bowl, combine egg and milk. Place cracker crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip each pork chop in egg mixture, then coat with cracker crumbs, patting to make a thick coating.
In a large skillet, cook chops in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving. Yield: 6 servings.
Nutritional Facts
1 serving (1 each) equals 317 calories, 18 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 92 mg cholesterol, 246 mg sodium, 12 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 25 g protein.
http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Breaded-Pork-Chops
Breaded Pork Chops w/ Mashed Potatoes and Pork Gravy, Green Beans, and…
April 8, 2013 at 5:11 PM | Posted in Bob Evan's, greenbeans, pork chops | Leave a commentTags: Canola, cook, Egg Beater, Green Bean, Home, Mixer (cooking), Pork, Pork chop
Today’s Menu: Breaded Pork Chops w/ Mashed Potatoes and Pork Gravy, Green Beans, and Whole Grain Bread
Flowers are coming up and the buds on the trees are coming out. We’ve been getting a good mix of sun and rain showers and it shows 
outside as everything is getting Spring like! For dinner tonight I prepared Breaded Pork Chops w/ Mashed Potatoes and Pork Gravy, Green Beans, and Whole Grain Bread.
The Breaded Pork Chops came from an issue of Taste of Home/ Simple and Delicious. I love the Taste of Home various magazines. Their always full of great ideas and recipes. To make the Breaded Chops I’ll need 1/4 cup Egg Beater‘s, 1/4 cup 2% milk, 1/2 cup crushed low fat saltines crackers, 2 boneless pork loin chops (1-inch thick and 4 ounces each), and 1 tablespoon Canola Oil. Then to prepare them is quite easy; in a shallow bowl, combine Egg Beater’s and milk. Place cracker crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip each pork chop in egg mixture, then coat with cracker crumbs, patting to make a thick coating. In a large skillet, cook chops in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving. The Chops came out moist and delicious and the saltines made a great crust for the Chops. I’ve left the original recipe, which makes 6 Chops, and the link to the Taste of Home website at the end of the post.
To go with the Chops I prepared some Bob Evans Mashed Potatoes, Just heat in the microwave for a total of 6 minutes and you have some of the best Mashed Potatoes there are. Served it with Heinz Brown Pork Gravy. I also heated up a can of Del Monte Low Sodium Cut Green Beans and had a couple of slices of Healthy Life Whole Grain Bread. For dessert later a Jello Sugarless Double Chocolate pudding.
Breaded Pork Chops Recipe
Ingredients
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup 2% milk
1-1/2 cups crushed saltine crackers
6 boneless pork loin chops (1-inch thick and 4 ounces each)
1/4 cup canola oil
Directions
In a shallow bowl, combine egg and milk. Place cracker crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip each pork chop in egg mixture, then coat with cracker crumbs, patting to make a thick coating.
In a large skillet, cook chops in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving. Yield: 6 servings.
Nutritional Facts
1 serving (1 each) equals 317 calories, 18 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 92 mg cholesterol, 246 mg sodium, 12 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 25 g protein.
Herbed Pork Chops w/ Roasted Red Potatoes with Rosemary and Thyme, Asparagus, and…
March 17, 2013 at 5:23 PM | Posted in Aunt Millie's, baking, pork chops, potatoes | Leave a commentTags: Garlic Salt, Olive oil, Pork chop, Rosemary, Scarborough Fair, Sea salt, Thyme, Whole grain
Today’s Menu: Herbed Pork Chops w/ Roasted Red Potatoes with Rosemary and Thyme, Asparagus, and Whole Grain Bread
While at our local Meijer the other day I had picked some beautiful Pork Loin Center Cut Chops. So for dinner I prepared Herbed Pork Chops w/ Roasted Red Potatoes with Rosemary and Thyme, Asparagus, and Whole Grain Bread.
When making the Herb Chops I like to grill them but with the bad weather we have today I’ll be baking them. To make them I’ll need 1 cup of Kraft Free Italian Dressing and 1 tablespoon each of fresh herbs, chopped Thyme, Basil, Oregano, and Rosemary. Place chops in a resealable plastic bag. Add dressing and herbs; seal and refrigerate 3 to 8 hours. Remove chops from marinade; discard marinade. To prepare them I preheated the oven to 400 degrees. I then placed them on a broiler pan that has a metal grill rack, spraying the rack with Pam Spray before placing the Chops on the rack. I then baked the Chops for minutes, turning once until internal temperature on a thermometer reads 145 degrees Fahrenheit, followed by a 3-minute rest time. Just love this recipe for Chops! The dressing combined with the herbs gives the Chops an incredible flavor.
For side dishes to go with the Pork Chops I prepared Roasted Red Potatoes with Rosemary and Thyme, Asparagus, along with Aunt Millie’s Whole Grain Bread. For the Red Potatoes I needed 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 tablespoon minced fresh or Dried Rosemary, 1 tablespoon Dried Thyme, 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt, and 1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper. I baked them at 400 degrees, same as the Pork Chops so I was able to bake them with the Chops at the same time. I combined all ingredients in a large bowl and toss to coat potatoes. Transfer potatoes to a shallow roasting pan. Roasted for about 30 minutes, until tender and golden. The asparagus was a Meijer brand. They come frozen and heated them in a skillet and seasoned with Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Garlic Salt, Sea Salt, and Ground Black Pepper. For dessert later a Healthy Choice Chocolate Swirl Frozen Yogurt. Recipes for the Pork Chops and Red Potatoes are below.
Herbed Pork Chops
Ingredients
4 pork loin chops, 3/4-inch thick
1 cup reduced fat Italian dressing
4 tablespoons fresh herbs, chopped (any combination – chives, basil, oregano, rosemary)
Cooking Directions
Place chops in a resealable plastic bag. Add dressing and herbs; seal and refrigerate 3 to 8 hours. Remove chops from marinade; discard marinade. Grill chops over medium-high heat (or broil 4 inches from heat) for 8 to 9 minutes, turning once until internal temperature on a thermometer reads 145 degrees Fahrenheit, followed by a 3-minute rest time. Serves 4. Food Exchanges:
3 lean meat
Serving Suggestions
Use your favorite combination of herbs fresh from the garden. Feel like singing? Try a Scarborough Fair combination of Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme. Serve with grilled vegetable kabob and deli potato salad.
Nutrition
Calories: 144 calories
Protein: 25 grams
Fat: 5 grams
Sodium: 360 milligrams
Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
Saturated Fat: 1 grams
Carbohydrates: 1 grams
http://www.porkbeinspired.com/RecipeDetail/24/Herbed_Pork_Chops.aspx
Roasted Red Potatoes with Rosemary and Thyme
Ingredients:
6 to 8 small Red Potatoes, quartered into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh or Dried Rosemary
1 tablespoon Dried Thyme
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/4 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and toss to coat potatoes. Transfer potatoes to a large baking sheet or shallow roasting pan. Roast 25 to 30 minutes, until tender and golden.
Breaded Pork Chops w/ Sour Cream Potatoes,Green Beans, and…
March 4, 2013 at 6:19 PM | Posted in Aunt Millie's, baking, Egg Beaters, pork chops, potatoes | 4 CommentsTags: Canola, cook, Grain Bread, Mashed potato, Pork, Pork chop, Potato, Sour cream, Whole grain
Today’s Menu: Breaded Pork Chops w/ Sour Cream Potatoes,Green Beans, and Whole Grain Bread
A beautiful, sunny, perfect day out today! The sun has been out since dawn and it’s about 40 degrees. So nice I took my Hoveround out and went around the block, felt great getting out. For dinner tonight I came across a couple of new recipes; Breaded Pork Chops and Sour Cream Potatoes. So for dinner tonight I prepared Breaded Pork Chops w/ Sour Cream Potatoes,Green Beans, and Whole Grain Bread.
The Breaded Pork Chops and Sour Cream Potatoes came from a current issue of Taste of Home/ Simple and Delicious. I love the Taste of Home various magazines. Their always full of great ideas and recipes. To make the Breaded Chops I’ll need 1/4 cup Egg Beater‘s, 1/4 cup 2% milk, 1/2 cup crushed low fat saltines crackers, 2 boneless pork loin chops (1-inch thick and 4 ounces each), and 1 tablespoon canola oil. Then to prepare them is quite easy; in a shallow bowl, combine Egg Beater’s and milk. Place cracker crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip each pork chop in egg mixture, then coat with cracker crumbs, patting to make a thick coating. In a large skillet, cook chops in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving. The Chops came out moist and delicious and the saltines made a great crust for the Chops. I’ve left the original recipe, which makes 6 Chops, and the link to the Taste of Home website at the end of the post.
Then for the Sour Cream Potatoes I’ll need 10 medium red potatoes, peeled and quartered, 1 package (4 ounces) low fat cream cheese (cubed), 1/2 cup (8 ounces) reduced fat sour cream, 1/4 cup 2% milk, 2 tablespoons butter, Blue Bonnet Light Stick Butter (divided), 1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes, 1-1/4 teaspoons garlic salt, and 1/4 teaspoon paprika.Then to prepare it In a shallow bowl, combine egg and milk. To cut back on calories and carbs I only used half the amount of sour cream and cream cheese that the original recipe calls for, and it came out fine. Place cracker crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip each pork chop in egg mixture, then coat with cracker crumbs, patting to make a thick coating. In a large skillet, cook chops in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving. Another winning recipe from Taste of Home! The Mashed potatoes came out rich and creamy with just a hint of heat. I’ve left this recipe also at the end of the post.
I also heated up a single serving can of Del Monte Cut Green Beans and had Aunt Millie’s Light Whiole Grain Bread. For dessert later a Healthy Choice Chocolate Swirl Frozen Yogurt.
Breaded Pork Chops Recipe
Ingredients
1 egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup 2% milk
1-1/2 cups crushed saltine crackers
6 boneless pork loin chops (1-inch thick and 4 ounces each)
1/4 cup canola oil
Directions
In a shallow bowl, combine egg and milk. Place cracker crumbs in another shallow bowl. Dip each pork chop in egg mixture, then coat with cracker crumbs, patting to make a thick coating.
In a large skillet, cook chops in oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let meat stand for 5 minutes before serving. Yield: 6 servings.
Nutritional Facts
1 serving (1 each) equals 317 calories, 18 g fat (4 g saturated fat), 92 mg cholesterol, 246 mg sodium, 12 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 25 g protein.
http://www.tasteofhome.com/Recipes/Breaded-Pork-Chops
Sour Cream Potatoes Recipe
Ingredients
10 medium red potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1 cup (8 ounces) sour cream
1/4 cup 2% milk
2 tablespoons butter, divided
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1-1/4 teaspoons garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Directions
Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain.
In a large bowl, mash the potatoes. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, milk, 1 tablespoon butter, parsley and garlic salt; beat until smooth.
Spoon into a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Dot with remaining butter; sprinkle with paprika. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-40 minutes or until heated through. Yield: 6-8 servings.
Nutritional Facts
1 serving (1 cup) equals 288 calories, 18 g fat (11 g saturated fat), 59 mg cholesterol, 423 mg sodium, 25 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 6 g protein.
Baked Glazed Pork Chop in Apple Cider Honey Mustard Sauce w/…
February 7, 2013 at 6:38 PM | Posted in baking, beans, Bob Evan's, cheese, JB's Fatboy Sauces and Rub, low calorie, low carb, pork chops | 1 CommentTags: Apple Cider Vinegar, Black pepper, Cayenne pepper, cook, Dinner, JB's Fat Boy Sauces, Mashed potato, Mustard, Onion, Pork chop, Potato, Sea salt
Today’s Menu: Baked Glazed Pork Chop in Apple Cider Honey Mustard Sauce w/ Cayenne and White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes and Sugar Snap Peas
An extra tasty dinner tonight, Baked and Glazed Pork Chop in Apple Cider Honey Mustard Sauce w/ Cayenne and White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes and Sugar Snap Peas. I was at Jungle Jim’s Market last week and came across the JB’s Fatboy Apple Cider Honey Mustard Sauce. First time I’ve ever seen this Sauce from JB’s Fat Boy and it looked too good to pass up. Apple Cider Honey Mustard Sauce, it just sounds like it was meant for Pork!
First I preheated the oven to 400 degrees. I then rolled my Chops in flour that was seasoned with Sea Salt and Black Pepper. I placed the Chops in a small broiler pan with a wire rack and baked until the temperature of the Chops reached 165 degrees. I turned the Chops over after 15 minutes of baking and with a small basting brush basted on the Apple Cider Honey Mustard Sauce. Continued baking until done. The Chops came out moist and full of great flavor. The Apple Cider Honey Mustard Sauce is a perfect Glaze or Dipping Sauce for Pork! Love this Sauce like the rest of the JB’s Fat Boy sauces. The Apple Cider Honey Mustard Sauce is a great combo, you can taste the Mustard and the Apple Cider and then there’s a sneaky hint of heat to it. Great Sauce! I think it would go well for Chicken also, I’ll find out soon.
For sides to go with my pork Chops i prepared Cayenne and White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes, Sugar Snap Peas, and Aunt Millie’s Light Whole Grain Bread. First time making the Cayenne and White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes. The recipe came from the Simply Potatoes web site but I’m not really a fan of their Mashed Potatoes, love their other Potato products, so I used Bob Evans “Down on the Farm” Mashed Potatoes. I microwaved the Mashed Potatoes for a total of 5 minutes and when done added a 1/ teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper and 1/2 cup of freshly shredded Murray’s Light White Cheddar. Stirred until well mixed and served. I love Potatoes and this Potato recipe is fantastic!! The Cayenne and white Cheddar really lights the Mashed Potatoes up! You have to give this one a try. I left the original recipe and web link at the end of the post. I also had Walmart Marketside Sugar Snap Peas and Whole Grain Bread. For dessert later some Breyers Carb Smart Vanilla Ice Cream topped with Smucker’s Sugarless Hot Fudge Topping.
JB’s Fatboy Apple Cider Honey Mustard Sauce
Product Details
JB’s Fat Boy uses the finest quality, all natural ingredients to create products that will enhance the taste of each prepared meat product, so that each meal will be a pleasured, memorable experience.
Give the crowd something to buzz about when you add Apple Cider Honey Mustard Sauce to all your meat products. Serve directly as a condiment or coat on grilled meats during the last few minutes of cooking time. Also works great as a ‘Dip’ for any meat or chicken strips. 12 oz.
Ingredients: Brown Sugar, Apple Cider Vinegar, Vinegar, Apple Puree, Mustard, Honey, Habanero Pepper, Salt, Natural Smoke Flavor, Onion, Garlic, Spices, Filtered Water
Nutrition
2 Tbsp
50 Calories
40mg Sodium
12g Carbohydrates
Cayenne and White Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
Cheesy, peppery mashed potatoes pair well with roasted chicken for a great weeknight meal. An easy 5-minute mashed potato recipe.
1 package (24 ounces) Simply Potatoes® Traditional Mashed Potatoes
1/2 cup Crystal Farms® Wisconsin White Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1. Peel film at corner of Simply Potatoes package to vent and heat on high for 3 minutes in microwave.
2. Completely remove film and stir.
3. Microwave on high for 1 additional minute.
4. Stir cayenne pepper and white cheddar into cooked mashed potatoes and mix well.
Sweet & Sour Pork w/ Sliced Chestnuts, Mini Carrots, and Diced Pineapple
February 2, 2013 at 6:57 PM | Posted in carrots, pineapples, pork chops, rice | 2 CommentsTags: Canola, Chicken, Dole Diced Pineapple, Pork, Rice, Saturated fat, Sauce, Sweet and sour sauce
Today’s Menu: Sweet & Sour Pork w/ Sliced Chestnuts, Mini Carrots, and Diced Pineapple
Woke up to a Winter Wonderland this morning! A fresh 3 ” on the ground and more to come. So what better way to warm up on the inside than a big serving of Sweet & Sour Pork w/ Sliced Chestnuts, Mini Carrots, and Diced Pineapple. With everyone healthy, hibernating, and hungry I prepared a La Choy Creations Sweet & Sour Chicken Dinner Kit, but I substituted Pork for the Chicken.
The dinner kit comes; with 1 can pineapple and red peppers in a sweet & sour sauce, and 1 packet pre-measured long grain rice. I added 1 lb. of boneless Pork Chops (trimmed of fat and cut into 1/2″ pieces), 2 tbsp Canola Oil (for cooking Pork), and 1 1/2 cups water. Boil the rice, fry the Pork in 1 tablespoon of Canola Oil, add your sauces, fix any sides you would like, and serve the Pork on top of the bed of rice. I’ve left the full instructions at the end of the post. It came out delicious! The Sweet &Sour Sauce is just flat out fantastic. It has a perfect blending of spices, pineapple, and red peppers. It makes 5-6 servings and it’s 320 calories and 45 carbs.
I used Boneless Pork Chops, purchased from Walmart, that I trimmed the fat from and then cut into 1/2″ cubes. Along with the Sweet & Sour Pork I added 1 can of Sliced Water Chestnuts with the Pork and Sauce and sides of Dole Diced Pineapple, and boiled Mini Carrots. The Pork was just as good, if not better, than the Chicken. Pork and pineapple are a great combo, but what doesn’t go good with pineapple! I’m hooked on these La Choy Creations Dinners! Excellent and filling dinner! I left the original recipe, with the Chicken, below. For dessert/snack later I made some Hidden Valley Ranch Chip Dip using 1 packet of Hidden Valley Ranch Mix and Daisy Reduced Fat Sour Cream. I used Ruffles Light Fat Free Chips.
La Choy Creations Sweet & Sour Chicken
Ingredients:
1 Sweet & Sour La Choy Dinner Kit
1 Can Sliced Water Chestnuts
1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breast
2 tablespoons cooking oil, Canola oil
1 1/2 cups water
Any side dishes of your choice
Instructions:
* Bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Add Rice. Cover and reduce heat to low and cook 10 minutes or until Rice is tender and water absorbed.
* Cut 1 lb. boneless skinless Chicken into 1/2″ pieces.
* Heat 10 inch non-stick skillet over medium high heat
* Add 2 tablespoons oil to skillet. Add Pork and cook 6 – 7 minutes or until Chicken reaches temperature of 165 * F.
* Add Sauce to Chicken, heat 1 minute or until sauce is warmed. Serve over prepared Rice.
* Serve with your favorite Asian side dish. I with Dole Diced Pineapples and a small package of Mini Carrots
Sweet & Sour Chicken Family Meal
Sweet & Sour Chicken
La Choy Creations™ Sweet & Sour Chicken brings the best of both worlds together: Savory red peppers and juicy, sweet pineapple are coated with a specially seasoned sweet and sour sauce. Simply cook the chicken in the sauce and serve it over prepared rice for an easy way to make a quick meal.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 cup prepared (227g)
Servings Per Container about 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 320Calories from Fat 40
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.5g 7%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 20mg 7%
Sodium 490mg 20%
Total Carbohydrate 46g 15%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 13g
Protein 24g
Vitamin A 6% Vitamin C 4%
Calcium 6% Iron 15%
http://www.lachoy.com/products/family-meals.jsp
Herbed Pork Chops w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Glazed Apples
January 9, 2013 at 6:27 PM | Posted in Bob Evan's, grilling, pork chops, potatoes, vegetables | 1 CommentTags: Bob Evans, cook, Fahrenheit, Green Bean, Italian dressing, Marination, Pork chop, Saturated fat
Today’s Menu: Herbed Pork Chops w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Glazed Apples
First flu – free day in a while and it feels great! Plus it’s a beautiful and sunny day outside, about 50 degrees! I was even able to get out and enjoy that sunshine for a while. For dinner I prepared a Herbed Pork Chop w/ Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Glazed Apples. Classic comfort food alert!
About 10 o’clock this morning I made my marinade for the Pork Chop. easy and quick marinade to whip up all you need is; 1/4 cup Kraft Free Italian dressing and 1 tablespoon each of fresh herbs, chopped (any combination – chives, basil, oregano, rosemary). Then I placed the chop in a resealable plastic bag. Added dressing and herbs; seal and refrigerate 8 to 24 hours. Remove the chop from marinade; discard marinade. Grill chop over medium-high heat (or broil 4 inches from heat) for 8 to 9 minutes, turning once until internal temperature on a thermometer reads 145 degrees Fahrenheit, followed by a 3-minute rest time. You then have one great tasting Chop! The marinade is perfect for Pork. It comes out very tender and the flavor is incredible! I prepared it on a cast iron griddle and was really pleased on how it grilled. I’ll be using this more often. This is about my favorite Pork Chop recipe and I found it at the Pork Be Inspired web site. I left the Chop recipe, which is for 4 Pork Chops, and a link to the web site at the end of the post.
I prepared 3 easy to fix side dishes to go with the Pork Chop; Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, and Glazed Apples. I only had a half a serving of the Bob Evans Glazed Apples. The Mashed potatoes and Glazed Apples were Bob Evans Brand. Both come in a microwavable package and both taste as good homemade. the Apples are always a perfect pairing with Pork. I’ll be using some of the Glazed Apples for dessert tonight also. I also used Del Monte Cut Green Beans. Then for dessert later tonight I’ll be having Breyer’s Carb Smart Vanilla Ice Cream topped with a tablespoon of the Bob Evans Glazed Apples.
Herbed Pork Chops
Recipe from PorkBeInspired.com
Times:
Prep Time: 10 minutes prep, Cook Time: 15 minutes cook
Ingredients:
4 pork loin chops, 3/4-inch thick
1 cup reduced fat Italian dressing
4 tablespoons fresh herbs, chopped (any combination – chives, basil, oregano, rosemary)
Cooking Directions:
Place chops in a resealable plastic bag. Add dressing and herbs; seal and refrigerate 8 to 24 hours. Remove chops from marinade; 
discard marinade. Grill chops over medium-high heat (or broil 4 inches from heat) for 8 to 9 minutes, turning once until internal temperature on a thermometer reads 145 degrees Fahrenheit, followed by a 3-minute rest time.
Serves 4.
Food Exchanges:
3 lean meat
Serving Suggestions:
Use your favorite combination of herbs fresh from the garden. Feel like singing? Try a Scarbourgh Faire combination of Parsely, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme. Serve with grilled vegetable kabobs and deli potato salad.
Nutrition:
Calories: 144 calories
Protein: 25 grams
Fat: 5 grams
Sodium: 360 milligrams
Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
Saturated Fat: 1 grams
Carbohydrates: 1 grams
Random Safety Tip:
Refrigerate leftover pork as soon as possible.
http://www.porkbeinspired.com/RecipeView.aspx?RID=24
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BOB EVANS ORIGINAL MASHED POTATOES
Bob Evans Original Mashed Potatoes are a convenient side dish that provide the farm-fresh goodness today’s families are looking for. No peeling required!
BOB EVANS ORIGINAL MASHED POTATOES
Serving Size 1/2 cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 150
Total Fat 7g
Saturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 15mg
Sodium 410mg
Total Carbs 20g
Dietary Fiber 2g
Protein 7g
BOB EVANS SLICED GLAZED APPLES
A classic taste that will make everyone think you slaved in the kitchen, Bob Evans Sliced Glazed Apples are a perfect side dish or topping. Sold in the grocer’s refrigerated section, they’re ready to serve in less than 5 minutes.
BOB EVANS SLICED GLAZED APPLES
Serving Size 1/2 cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 120
Total Fat 2g
Saturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 35mg
Total Carbs 33g
Dietary Fiber 1g
Protein 2g
Kitchen Hint of the Day!
December 21, 2012 at 10:30 AM | Posted in baking, BEEF, cooking, pork chops | Leave a commentTags: Baking and Confections, Bread, Casserole, cook, Home, Staling, Stuffing, Thanksgiving dinner
If your broiling steaks or chops, save a few slices of stale bread and set them in the bottom of the broiler pan to absorb fat drippings. This will eliminate smoking fat, it should also reduce any danger of a grease fire
Baked Buttermilk-Brined Pork Chops w/ Sugar Snap Peas, Sliced Carrots, and…
December 15, 2012 at 6:37 PM | Posted in baking, beans, carrots, Healthy Life Whole Grain Breads, pork chops | 1 CommentTags: Black pepper, cook, Home, National Pork Board, Olive oil, Pork chop, Sea salt, Walmart
Today’s Menu: Baked Buttermilk-Brined Pork Chops w/ Sugar Snap Peas, Sliced Carrots, and Whole Grain Bread
After Sandwiches the last few nights I was ready for a full meal! So I prepared a new Pork Chop recipe that I got from the Pork Be Inspired web site, Baked Buttermilk-Brined Pork Chops. Marinated in Buttermilk, Sea Salt, Rosemary, and Sage, that’s nothing but good things right there! You add all those Ingredients together and marinate your Pork Chop in it and refrigerate for 3 – 4 hours. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. When ready remove Chop from marinade, rinse Buttermilk off the Chop and pat dry. Season generously with the black pepper and dredge the chop in the flour, shaking to remove excess. Set chops aside.
In a nonstick ovenproof skillet large enough to hold all of the chops, heat oil over medium-high heat. Put chops in the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until nicely browned. Turn and cook 3 minutes more. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake chops for about 15 minutes or until they are firm to the touch and register 145 degrees on an instant-read thermometer inserted into the middle of a chop. Remove chops to platter and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. This a real good recipe for Pork Chops! It came very tender and moist with an excellent flavor. I’ve left the full recipe and web link to Pork Be Inspired.
For side dishes I had an individual serving can of Del Monte Sliced Carrots, Marketside (Walmart) Sugar Snap Peas, and Baked Parm Bread. The Sugar Snap Peas come in a Microwavable Steamable Bag, heat for 2 minutes and serve. For the Bread I used Healthy Life Whole Grain Bread. I then buttered it with I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter and sprinkled Kraft Shredded Parmesan Cheese. Baked at 400 degrees for about 7 minutes, until butter has melted and bread toasted. For dessert/snack later some Ritz Whole Wheat Crackers and slices of Kraft 2% Sharp Cheddar topped with some Hormel Turkey Pepperoni.
Baked Buttermilk-Brined Pork Chops
Recipe from PorkBeInspired.com
Ingredients:
4 bone-in pork chops, (each 1 1/4 – 1 1/2 inches thick and 8-12 ounces)
3 cups low – fat buttermilk
2/3 cup sea salt
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh sage, chopped, OR 1 teaspoon dried
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
flour, for coating
3 tablespoons olive oil
Cooking Directions:
To brine pork chops, pour buttermilk into a plastic storage container or stainless-steel bowl and stir in salt until completely dissolved. Add lemon zest, rosemary and sage. Add pork chops, making sure they are completely immersed in the brine. Cover and refrigerate for 3 to 4 hours.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Remove chops from brine and rinse off buttermilk. Pat dry, season generously with the black pepper and dredge each chop in the flour, shaking to remove excess. Set chops aside.
In a nonstick ovenproof skillet large enough to hold all of the chops, heat oil over medium-high heat. Put chops in the pan and cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until nicely browned. Turn and cook 3 minutes more. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake chops for about 15 minutes or until they are firm to the touch and register 145 degrees on an instant-read thermometer inserted into the middle of a chop. Remove chops to platter and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serves 4.
* Adapted from “Bruce Aidells’s Complete Book of Pork,” courtesy of Harper Collins Publishers
Note – Though Bruce enjoys his pork chops at 145 degrees F, National Pork Board recommends a final internal temperature of 160 degrees F
Serving Suggestions:
Adapted from “Bruce Aidells’s Complete Book of Pork,” courtesy of Harper Collins Publishers “The mild sweetness of a Honey Wheat Ale is a nice balance to the tang of the buttermilk brine and also pairs well with apple chutney, my favorite fall condiment to serve with these chops,” explains Aidells.
Nutrition:
Calories: 453 calories
Protein: 38 grams
Fat: 29 grams
Sodium: 572 milligrams
Cholesterol: 108 milligrams
Saturated Fat: 9 grams
Carbohydrates: 7 grams
Fiber: 0 grams
Random Tip:
Don’t overcook your pork!
http://www.porkbeinspired.com/RecipeDetail/1206/Baked_Buttermilk-Brined_Pork_Chops.aspx
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