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RECIPE: Cola-Marinated Pork Chops

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These cola-marinated pork chops have a long-cooked flavor, but can be prepared quickly for a weeknight dinner. The barbeque sauce balances the sweetness of the cola and the sugars caramelize nicely under the broiler. All this flavor comes at a low cost using a few cheap ingredients already in the kitchen.
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Restaurants can easily take a bite out of your budget. Whether dining in or delivery, costs can quickly add up after just a couple meals. Cooking at home will always be cheaper. With this recipe for cola-marinated pork chops, just six inexpensive pantry staples come together for a fast, tender pork dinner!

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 6 boneless pork chops
  • 1/2 cup cola
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400° F and spray a 9×13 pan with cooking spray.
  2. Place the pork chops in a baking pan.
  3. Whisk together cola, barbecue sauce, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Pour this mixture over the pork chops.
  4. Bake at 350° F for 25-30 minutes until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145° F.
  5. Switch to the broiler setting and broil for 3-5 minutes to brown the top slightly.
  6. Serve warm with your favorite sides and enjoy!

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Dina A. Beck

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Promoter of all things just. Child advocate. Award winner. Dina is the co-founder of HealthDiscovery.org and a committed member of the Gloucester County Women’s Club. She currently serves as Director of Marketing and CARES Program at Corporate Synergies and also retains her real estate license in NJ. With a passion for community engagement and advocacy, Dina is a retired foster parent, dedicated to supporting children’s rights and well-being. Her work continues to reflect her commitment to mentoring and making a positive difference in the lives of others.

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