Pork and Beans

In a world where everything is uncertain, sometimes it’s good to be certain.  I am certain you will like this recipe.  My Pork and Beans is a healthier version of the famous pork and beans.  Unlike the canned stuff, this recipes comes together with centre cut pork chops and fresh green and yellow beans.  Growing up we had very little commercially canned goods in our house.  Most of our preserves came from the garden and my mother and nonna spent a lot of time canning.

With the quarantine in place, I am looking for recipes that are simple and made with ingredients from any pantry.  It’s also important to have variety.  This recipe serves well for family or entertaining.  You could substitute the beans with shredded and sautéed cabbage.  As I always encourage you, get creative!!

Another great pork recipe and in time for fall is my https://recipesatmytable.com/apple-butter-pork/

Ingredients for Pork and Beans

• 3 centre cut boneless pork chops cut in half
• salt and pepper
• 2 tbsp flour
• 2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 3 tbsp canola oil
• 1 onion ( chopped)
• 2/3 cup of beer
• 1/2 cup of chicken broth
• 1 lb of green beans
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp corn starch

Process

Wash the beans and snap the ends.  Place in a microwave dish and add a couple of tablespoons of water.  Microwave for a few minutes on high.  Drain well and dress with salt, pepper and the 2 tbsp of butter. Keep hot.

Salt and pepper the meat. Mix the flour with the Italian seasoning.  Coat each pork chop.

Heat the oil and cook the pork chops until brown on one sideFlip the chops and add the onions where they can fit.  Cook for about five minutes. This will allow the onions to become translucent and the other side of the pork to brown.

Now it is time to pour in the beer and chicken broth.  Cover with a lid and simmer for 15 minutes.

Mix the cornstarch with a little water to make a slurry and add to the pan with the juices and the onions. When thickened pour the sauce over the pork chops.

When the pork chops are cooked, you are ready to assemble.  Place the beans on a platter. Take the pork chops out of the pan and put them on top of the beans.

I served it with some baby potatoes tonight. A new healthier version of pork and beans.