Marvelous Recipes

Tender pork chops and potatoes slow-cooked in a creamy cheese sauce. Who could ask for anything more comforting than that?

4 large all-purpose potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8ths
1 large onion, chopped
8 ounces processed cheese spread, (Velveeta), cubed
1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
6 boneless pork loin chops

1. Place potatoes and onion in bottom of a slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray.

2. In a medium bowl, microwave the cheese and milk until cheese is melted and mixture is fairly smooth. Stir in the soup, sour cream, pepper, garlic powder and ground cumin. Pour 1/2 the cheese mixture over the potatoes in slow cooker.

3. Place pork chops on top; pour the remaining 1/2 of the cheese mixture over the pork chops.

4. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 9 hours or on high for 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 hours or until the potatoes and chops are tender. Makes 6 servings.

Emily

Since my husband is not a big fan of boxed potato dishes, I created this recipe in hopes he would like it. It has since become a big favorite of my whole family. I hope you will enjoy it as much as we do!

4 to 5 large potatoes, peeled and cut into eighths
1 large onion, cut into eighths
8 ounces cheese loaf (Velveeta), cut into 2 inch cubes
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream*
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1. Place the potatoes and onion in a large saucepan; cover with water and heat to boiling over medium-high heat. Continue cooking until the potatoes are tender. Drain and pour into a 2 quart casserole dish.

2. In a small saucepan, combine cheese, butter or margarine, milk, cream, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Place saucepan over medium-low heat and stir constantly until cheese is melted and smooth. Pour cheese mixture over potatoes and onions in casserole dish. Stir to blend well.

3. Bake in 350 degree F oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until bubbly. Makes 6 servings.

* You may omit the heavy whipping cream, if desired, and increase milk to 3/4 cup.