Once I bring this out, it becomes the center of attention – guests love itv
Savor the delightful combination of succulent pork loin chops and cheesy scalloped potatoes in this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for any occasion, this dish promises a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds craving more.
Ingredients:
Presenting the essentials for your culinary masterpiece:
| INGREDIENTS | QUANTITY |
|---|---|
| Pork loin chops | 4 |
| Scalloped potatoes | 1 box (4.7 oz) |
| Half-and-half | 2/3 cup |
| Boiling water | 2 cups |
| Shredded cheese (cheddar) | 3/4 cup (3 oz) |
| Sliced green onions | 1/3 cup |
| Garlic powder | 1 teaspoon |
| Paprika | 1 teaspoon |
| Bacon (optional) | 5 slices (crumbled) |
Instructions:
1. Preheat and Sear
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- In a large skillet, sear the pork loin chops until golden brown on both sides. Set them aside.
2. Mix Scalloped Potatoes
- In a mixing bowl, combine the scalloped potatoes with half-and-half and boiling water. Mix well.
- Stir in shredded cheese, sliced green onions, garlic powder, and paprika into the scalloped potatoes mixture.
3. Optional Bacon Layer
- (Optional) If using bacon, crumble half and set it aside. Sprinkle the other half evenly at the bottom of a casserole dish.
4. Assemble
- Place the seared pork loin chops on top of the bacon layer in the casserole dish.
- Pour the scalloped potatoes mixture over the pork chops, ensuring they are fully covered.
5. Bake
- Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake for 25 mins, or until the potatoes are tender and the pork chops are cooked through.
6. Optional Bacon Topping
- (Optional) During the last few minutes of baking, remove the foil and sprinkle the remaining crumbled bacon on top of the casserole.
7. Rest and Serve
- Once done, let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve the delicious Pork Loin Chops with Cheesy Scalloped Potatoes hot and enjoy!
