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[trappedslider]

Fair enough. At the grocery stores I go to, they're in 1.5-pound bags, bigger potatoes are in 3- or 5- pound bags. Or you can purchase them loose, though not usually the really small ones.

What I did find was a 1lb bag of baby reds so I went with that

Edit: I only did half of the bag since it's just me.

 

[Dannyalcatraz]

This is one of those truly simple dishes that takes very little skill or time to do, but with very desirable results.

INGREDIENTS:

Bone in pork chops
Yellow onions
Yukon Gold potatoes
1 stick unsalted butter
Garlic pepper
Rosemary
Parsley flakes
Chives
Oil (for coating baking sheet)


METHOD:

I thinly slice a couple yellow onions & six Yukon gold potatoes (skin on), toss them with melted butter and all of the seasoning, and spread them out evenly on a large oiled rimmed baking sheet. On top of that, I place the garlic pepper seasoned pork chops, then bake in the oven at 350degF until the chops & veggies start to show some browning.

The potato & onion mix elevates the chops and keep them from sticking to the sheet. The rendered fat from the chops helps additionally flavor the veggies. The chops are damn near fork tender, and as you can see from the last photo, the meat separates from the bones with little effort.

Don’t like pork? This method should also work just as well with chicken wings or thighs, or something fatty like meatballs.

More pix:

Tonight’s Dinner: “EZ-Baked” pork chops, potatoes & onions (plus some steamed cauliflower)

 

[payn]

This is one of those truly simple dishes that takes very little skill or time to do, but with very desirable results.

INGREDIENTS:

Bone in pork chops
Yellow onions
Yukon Gold potatoes
1 stick unsalted butter
Garlic pepper
Rosemary
Parsley flakes
Chives
Oil (for coating baking sheet)


METHOD:

I thinly slice a couple yellow onions & six Yukon gold potatoes (skin on), toss them with melted butter and all of the seasoning, and spread them out evenly on a large oiled rimmed baking sheet. On top of that, I place the garlic pepper seasoned pork chops, then bake in the oven at 350degF until the chops & veggies start to show some browning.

The potato & onion mix elevates the chops and keep them from sticking to the sheet. The rendered fat from the chops helps additionally flavor the veggies. The chops are damn near fork tender, and as you can see from the last photo, the meat separates from the bones with little effort.

Don’t like pork? This method should also work just as well with chicken wings or thighs, or something fatty like meatballs.

More pix:

Tonight’s Dinner: “EZ-Baked” pork chops, potatoes & onions (plus some steamed cauliflower)

Pretty close to a regular meal I make. Though, I go with baby reds and use a Cajun seasoning and sear before putting in oven.

 

[Jahydin]

Spent months coming up with the best chicken tacos I could (inspired by CA's Del Taco) and came up with the following:

Marinade
4 lb. Chicken Breast/Thighs, cut up TINY (1/4" pieces, food processor works perfect here)
2 Limes, juiced
2 Tbsp Soy Sauce
3 Tbsp Taco Seasoning (I use this)
1 Tbsp Knorr Chicken Bouillon Powder
1/2 tsp Baking Soda
1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
1/4 tsp Onion Powder
Drizzle of Cooking Oil

1. Combine all ingredients (including oil) and let sit in airtight container for up to 24 hours.
2. When ready to cook, heat a metal pan (wok works perfect here) over medium-high heat until hot (use the dancing water test), coat with a little more oil, then add 1/4 of the chicken (You'll want to cook in four batches to avoid overcrowding).
3. Smash chicken into an even layer, then set a timer for 4 1/2 minutes. At 2 minutes, flip; after another minute, break up and stir fry until cooked through (should be around when the timer goes off).
4. Set aside cooked chicken in big bowl, then Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the other batches.
5. Mix cooked chicken then taste for seasoning (Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Salt, and/or just more Taco Seasoning).

Secret Sauce
1/2 Cup Light Mayo
1/4 Cup Buttermilk (or powdered buttermilk + milk)
1/4 tsp. Fine Salt
1/4 tsp. Sugar

1. Whisk all ingredients together and store in an airtight container overnight.

With your main ingredients ready, all you need now is taco shells (bake in oven)/tortillas (heat on grill), shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, and your favorite taco sauce.

Enjoy!

 

[trappedslider]

Any suggestions on a counter top grill?

 

[Dannyalcatraz]

Any suggestions on a counter top grill?

I’ve never owned one. Countertop roasters, convection ovens, deep fryers, panini presses, air fryer, toaster ovens, electric woks and so forth, yes. But not a grill.

Closest I’ve come to that are various kinds of grill pans you use on your stovetop.

 

[Zardnaar]

Made my inspired by Oklahoma Burgers yesterday for the tribe camping. BBQ to round out the normal patties.

Did most of the prep work before the beers.

 

[Jahydin]

Any suggestions on a counter top grill?

My ATK book recommends this one if you're okay with gas.

 

[trappedslider]

My ATK book recommends this one if you're okay with gas.

I don't think that will work for me in an apartment, also it's outside my price range.

 

[Jahydin]

I don't think that will work for me in an apartment, also it's outside my price range.

Oh, got you. What kind of meals did you have in mind? I'm thinking cast iron and/or oven > electric grill, personally.

I've owned George Foreman's in the past, but got tired of them breaking on me.