Smothered Pork Chops with Mushrooms

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Ise a large skillet, preferably cast-iron, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil over medium- high heat.

Step 2

Season the pork chops with / teaspoon salt and / teaspoon pepper.

Step 3

Cook until the underside is browned, about 4 minutes.

Step 4

Turn and brown the other side, about 4 more minutes.

Step 5

Transfer to a plate and set aside.

Step 6

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the skillet and reduce the heat to medium.

Step 7

Add the onion, celery, green pepper, and garlic.

Step 8

Cook, stirring often, until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 9

Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring often, until they give off their liquid, it evaporates, and they begin to brown, about 8 minutes.

Step 10

Sprinkle the vegetables with the flour and thyme and stir well.

Step 11

Stir in the broth and milk and bring to a simmer.

Step 12

Return the pork chops and any juices on the plate to the skillet.

Step 13

Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover.

Step 14

Cook, stir- ring occasionally, until the pork shows no sign of pink when pierced at the bone, 25 to 30 minutes.

Step 15

Season the sauce with the hot pepper sauce.

Step 16

Serve hot.