soda pop chops with smashed potatoes

How To Make soda pop chops with smashed potatoes

• Step 1
  Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water.
• Step 2
  Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender.
• Step 3
  Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the root beer, ketchup, brown sugar, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder; set aside.
• Step 4
  In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
• Step 5
  Add pork chops, one at a time, and shake to coat.
• Step 6
  In a large skillet, cook chops in oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side or until chops are lightly browned; drain.
• Step 7
  Add root beer mixture.
• Step 8
  Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 6-8 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145 degrees. Remove pork and keep warm.
• Step 9
  Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
• Step 10
  Bring sauce to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half.
• Step 11
  Meanwhile, drain potatoes; mash with butter, garlic powder and remaining salt and pepper.
• Step 12
  Serve with pork chops and sauce.
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