# Ingredients:
→ Pork Chops
01 - 4 boneless pork chops, 1 inch thick
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
04 - 1 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1 tbsp unsalted butter
06 - 1 sprig fresh thyme (optional)
→ Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
07 - 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
08 - 1 tsp salt
09 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter
10 - 0.5 cup whole milk, more as needed
11 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
12 - 0.25 tsp ground white pepper
→ Pan Gravy
13 - 2 tbsp pan drippings from pork chops
14 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter
15 - 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (substitute gluten-free flour if needed)
16 - 1.5 cups low-sodium chicken broth
17 - 0.5 tsp Dijon mustard
18 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Green Beans
19 - 12 oz fresh green beans, trimmed
20 - 1 tbsp olive oil
21 - 0.5 tsp salt
22 - 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
# Instructions:
01 - Place peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15 to 18 minutes. Drain well, return potatoes to pot.
02 - Mash potatoes with 4 tablespoons butter, half a cup of whole milk, shredded cheddar, and 0.25 teaspoon white pepper until smooth and creamy. Keep warm.
03 - While potatoes cook, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season pork chops with salt and black pepper. Sear chops for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Add thyme sprig for flavor if desired. Transfer to plate and tent with foil.
04 - Reduce heat to medium. Add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter to skillet drippings, stir in 2 tablespoons flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 1.5 cups chicken broth and 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard. Simmer, whisking constantly, until gravy thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
05 - Toss trimmed green beans with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper. Steam or sauté until bright green and crisp-tender, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
06 - Spoon cheddar mashed potatoes into serving bowls. Top each with a pork chop, drizzle with pan gravy, and serve green beans alongside.
