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Cooking Pork Chops- Victorious!

by porktastic on July 13, 2010

Catch up on my story!

I.   Introducing Jamie

II. Cooking Attempt Number One

Let us begin where we left off.  Introducing pork into my cooking repertoire!

Using the America’s favorite pork chop recipe from the Super Pork Recipes guide distributed by OPPC, I made eight pork chops, which I marinated for 30 minutes in reduced-fat Italian dressing. Yes, it is a children’s recipe guide, but don’t judge.

After marinating, I used a little of Lawry’s seasoning salt and grilled until the chops reached an internal temperature of 160 degrees. I combined the chops with my first attempt at green bean casserole, which was so easy I’m slightly mortified I had to Google a recipe for it! I also grabbed a dozen ears of amazing, Ohio sweet corn, which was so good it’s slightly ridiculous.

Despite the fact that my entire family left the house at the mention that I was cooking dinner, all did eventually return and sample supper. Only after I tried a bite myself to assure food quality and safety levels to all parties. Everyone lived to tell about the meal, their stomachs are still intact and even though they’d never admit enjoying it, everyone had seconds…

I survived marinated pork chops on the grill, so obviously you can too! It’s time to get grilling. Use this simple and tasty recipe to cook for your family tonight and check out other great pork chop cooking tips in this guide.  Love to hear back about how it works out for you! Oh and be sure to check back for how my round two of pork cooking went, where I insanely tried TWO different recipes!

–JJ

Learn more about this recipe here!

Ingredients:
-4 pork chops
-3/4 cup Italian dressing (or use a reduced-fat Italian dressing)
-1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Cooking directions:
Serves 4. Place all ingredients in a self-sealing bag; seal bag and place in refrigerator for at least 20 minutes (or as long as overnight). Remove chops from bag, discarding marinade and grill over a medium-hot fire, turning once, until just done, about 8 to 11 minutes total cooking time.

Nutrition facts:
Calories: 210
Cholesterol: 60 mg
Protein: 25 grams
Saturated fat: 3 grams
Fat: 11 grams

What’s your favorite marinade or rub?

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Introducing Jamie!

by porktastic on July 1, 2010

If it is any indication of my incredible talent in the world of culinary arts, I purchased a brand new stove in November of last year and didn’t unwrap the eight layers of super strength saran wrap until—well, mid-May. Even then, I only set the clock and I’m pretty sure all of the original paperwork is still—to this day—taped to the top rack of the oven. Sad? Yes, I know.

While I may have a few ‘Porktastic’ qualities, cooking sure isn’t one I will be winning an award for any time soon. And, while I’ve come to terms with that, the competitor in me just can’t settle for not at least attempting to excel.

Long story short, I am chronicling some of my adventures in the kitchen so all the Martha Stewart’s and Betty Crocker’s out there can feel better about themselves and their extraordinary abilities. Meanwhile, the rest of the real world can relate to my struggles and attempts at cooking. Check back for meal highlights, recipes and the occasional humor ingredient mixed in along the way… In the meantime, take a look at www.ohiopork.org and snag some great recipes from farm families that are busy taking care of their animals, children AND cooking fabulous meals. I could probably handle the pigs, perhaps even outwit the kids, but this cooking deal is a whole other story!

JJ

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