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