Braised Herb Pork Chops Recipe

Ingredients

1/4 cup dried parsley flakes2 teaspoons paprika1 teaspoon rubbed sage1 teaspoon dried thyme1 teaspoon ground mustard1 teaspoon pepper1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried oregano7 bone-in pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick)2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 cups thinly sliced onions4 large garlic cloves, sliced5 medium carrots, cut into 2-inch pieces2 cups chicken brothHot mashed potatoes, optionalChopped fresh thyme, optional

Preparation

Combine the first 8 ingredients; rub over both sides of pork chops. In an oven-safe Dutch oven, brown chops in oil for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, saute onions and garlic for 2 minutes. Add carrots and broth. Bring to a boil.

Reduce heat; return chops to pan. Cover and bake at 325° until meat and vegetables are tender, 1-1/2 to 2 hours. If desired, thicken pan juices. If desired, serve with potatoes and sprinkle with fresh thyme.