Pork, Apple & Potato Saute (And Bake)

1. 1

   Heat oven to 350 degrees F.

2. 2

   Place chops on a cutting board.

3. 3

   Remove seasoning packet from the potato package; sprinkle 1/2 teaspoons of the seasoning on the chops, reserving the rest, and then sprinkle chops with the pepper.

4. 4

   Heat the oil in a 10 inch skillet over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes and add the chops.

5. 5

   Cook the chops 3 minutes on one side until nicely browned and flip over and cook the other side about 2 minutes until browned.

6. 6

   Move pork to a baking sheet and tranfer to the oven and bake for about 7-9 minutes until an instant read thermometer reads 160 degrees in center of the chop.

7. 7

   Cover with foil and keep warm.

8. 8

   Meanwhile add potatoes and 1 3/4 cups of water to skillet and bring to a boil.

9. 9

   Cover and reduce heat to medium.

10. 10

    Cook for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.

11. 11

    Uncover the potatoes and add the apple slices and remaining seasoning from the packet.

12. 12

    Cook 7 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed and mixture begins to sizzle.

13. 13

    Stir in peas and cook 3 minutes.

14. 14

    Remove skillet from heat and stir in cheddar cheese.

15. 15

    Transfer potato mixture to a platter and top with the pork and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.