Summer vegetable gardens had a rough beginning this year, but they’ve managed to produce a welcome zucchini crop in spite of the season’s wet beginning. If you’re looking for a new way to fix this great vegetable, then this Mexicana Zucchini offers a new twist on an old favorite.
Too hot to grill outdoors right now? If so, you may like to try this Tenderloin Pork Chops with Mushroom Gravy to go with your zucchini dish. They taste great together. Enjoy!
MEXICANA ZUCCHINI
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds zucchini, thinly sliced
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can fire roasted garlic diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons diced green chilies
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder with parsley
1/2 teaspoon seasoned pepper
1 cup (4 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
In a medium skillet, saute onion in oil; add remaining ingredients, except cheese. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 5 to 10 minutes.
Place zucchini mixture in a square or oblong baking dish and top with cheese. Bake, uncovered, in 375-degree oven for 10 minutes or until cheese melts. Makes 6 to 8 servings.
TENDERLOIN PORK CHOPS WITH MUSHROOM GRAVY
1 envelope brown gravy mix
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar
1 clove garlic, minced
6 (1/2-inch-thick) tenderloin pork chops
1/4 cup olive or vegetable oil
1/2 pound fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings
Hot cooked rice (make enough for the amount you want)
In a small bowl, combine the first five ingredients until blended; set aside.
In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil on all sides. Stir in the gravy mixture; mushrooms and onion. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until meat juices run clear and vegetables are tender.
Serve over hot rice. Makes 6 servings.
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