Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 unit

pork chops

0.75 tsp

sage

0.5 tsp

seasoned salt

2 tbsp

shortening

1 unit

beef bouillon cube

0.25 cup

water

2 unit

onions

sliced

0.5 cup

sour cream

1 tbsp

flour

2 tbsp

parsley flakes

Step 1
~4 min

Rub pork chops with sage and seasoned salt.

Step 2
~4 min

Heat shortening in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Brown pork chops in the hot shortening on both sides. Drain excess fat.

Step 4
~4 min

Dissolve beef bouillon cube in 1/4 cup of water.

Step 5
~4 min

Add the bouillon mixture and sliced onions to the skillet with the pork chops.

Step 6
~4 min

Cover the skillet and simmer for 30 minutes, or until pork chops are cooked through.

Step 7
~4 min

Remove pork chops from skillet and place on a serving platter.

Step 8
~4 min

In a separate bowl, combine sour cream, flour, and parsley flakes.

Step 9
~4 min

Slowly whisk in meat drippings from the skillet into the sour cream mixture.

Step 10
~4 min

Return the sour cream gravy to the skillet.

Step 11
~4 min

Cook and stir over medium heat until the gravy thickens to the desired consistency.

Step 12
~4 min

Serve the gravy over the pork chops.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For thicker gravy, use a cornstarch slurry instead of flour.

Add a splash of white wine to the skillet when simmering for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with mashed potatoes or rice.

Serve with a side of green beans or asparagus.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans
Dinner Rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Classic American comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Sunday dinner
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

family dinner
weeknight meal
casual gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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