Pork Chops in Creamy Mustard-Peppercorn Sauce
By MilkMeansMore.Org | Contributor This simple yet flavorful recipe from Milk Means More call for limited instructions and ingredients lists fueled by dairy favorites that provide nutrients to recharge the entire family.Pork Chops in Creamy Mustard-Peppercorn Sauce feature the sharp yet balanced taste of mustard and cracked black peppercorns as an easy way to dress up pork chops. Pork Chops in Creamy Mustard-Peppercorn SauceRecipe courtesy of Marcia Stanley, MS, RDN, Culinary Dietitian, on behalf of Milk Means MoreTotal time: 20 minutesServings: 43/4 cup evaporated 2% milk3 tablespoons spicy brown mustard or Dijon mustard3/4 teaspoon coarsely cracked black peppercorns1/2 teaspoon all-purpose flour4 boneless pork loin chops (1 1/4 pounds), cut 3/4-inch thick 1/4 teaspoon salt1 tablespoon vegetable oil1 teaspoon minced garlic1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken brothcooked noodles or rice (optional)chopped fresh parsley (optional)In bowl, whisk milk, mustard, peppercorns and flour. Set aside. Pat pork chops dry with paper towels. Sprinkle both sides of chops with salt.In large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook pork chops 3-4 minutes, or until browned. Turn and cook 3-4 minutes, or until thermometer inserted in thickest part of chops reads 145 F. Transfer chops to serving platter. Loosely cover with foil to keep warm.Add garlic to drippings in skillet. Cook 15 seconds. Stir in broth. Cook, stirring constantly, until most liquid evaporates. Stir in milk mixture and any accumulated juices from cooked pork. Cook and stir until just boiling. Immediately remove from heat and spoon sauce over chops. Serve with noodles or rice, if desired. Garnish with parsley, if desired.Turn your hectic weeknights into cause for celebration with more quick and easy recipe ideas at MilkMeansMore.org. More
