Baked Pork Chop w/ Spaetzle, Seasoned Black Eyed Peas, and...

Today's Menu: Baked Pork Chop w/ Spaetzle, Seasoned Black Eyed Peas, and Whole Grain Bread


I had a monster Pork Chop big enough for 2, it's going to make some delicious leftovers! I marinated the Chop in JB’s Fat Boy Haug Waush BBQ Sauce for about 3 hours. After removing from the marinade I seasoned it with McCormick Grill Mates Applewood Rub and McCormick Grinder Sea Salt and Black Peppercorn. I baked it at 350 degrees for 50 minutes turning once. As usual when using J B’s Fat Boy Sauces it came out moist and delicious!

For my sides I had Margaret Holmes Seasoned Black Eye Peas, Maggi Spaetzle, and Healthy Life Whole Grain Bread. The Margaret Holmes Seasoned Black Eye Peas I've had before but the Spaetzle is a new one. Came across it at Walmart and looked and sounded good so I thought I would give it a try, and glad I did it was delicious! A little higher in calories and carbs than what I normally have but occasionally it should be alright. I seasoned it with Sea Salt and Ground Black Pepper and added a little I Can't Believe It's Not Butter. I left the product description and little info on Spaetzle at the end of the post. For dessert another new one, Kiwi - Lemon Cheesecake. I'll leave the recipe for this on a separate post. You have to give this a try. It's a no bake and delicious!


Spaetzle

Spaetzle [SHPEHT-sluh; SHPEHT-sehl; SHPEHT-slee] Literally translated from German as "little sparrow," spaetzle is a dish of tiny noodles or dumplings made with flour, eggs, water or milk, salt and sometimes nutmeg. The spaetzle dough can be firm enough to be rolled and cut into slivers or soft enough to be forced through a sieve, colander or spaetzle-maker with large holes. The small pieces of dough are usually boiled (poached) before being tossed with butter or added to soups or other dishes. In Germany, spaetzle is served as a side dish much like potatoes or rice, and is often accompanied by a sauce or gravy. The cooked spaetzle can also be pan-fried with a little butter and onions (usually a good left-over idea).

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Maggi Spaetzle, Authentic German Dumplings

Product Overview

Maggi Spaetzle, Authentic German Dumplings, Imported from Germany, Net Wt 10.5 oz (298g) box. One box makes 6 servings. Exclusive recipe of the finest ingredients, including wheat flour, milk, and real eggs. Low fat, low cholesterol. From German and Swiss roots in Stuttgart and the Black Forest comes Maggi Spaetzle, or tiny dumplings. In those countries, Spaetzle is traditionally served with bratwurst, knackwurst, or sausage. Maggi Spaetzle can also be served as a delicious side dish personalized with your favorite add-ins - cheese, onions, butter, sauces and herbs or as a satisfying entree - casserole with ham and mushrooms. It's a delicious change from pasta, potato or rice dishes! Founded in 1881, Maggi is known world-wide as a source of high-quality products and delicious ideas that help cooks be appreciated as creative meal providers for their families.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1/4 cup

Amount Per Serving
Calories from Fat 10
Calories 170

% Daily Values*
Total Fat 1g     2%
      Saturated Fat 0g     0%
      Trans Fat 0g    
Cholesterol 32mg     11%
Sodium 350mg     15%
Total Carbohydrate 32g     11%
      Dietary Fiber 2g     8%
      Sugars 1g    
Protein 6g