How do you cook pork chops in the oven? Cooking pork chops in the oven is really straightforward. You just put them in the oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit and cook them until they have an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit. But! if you want some amazing tasting pork chops, make sure you sear the pork chops in a pan for a couple of minutes before baking. How do you make juicy pork chops?...

Looking for an easy weeknight dinner? Then look no further! This delicious dinner calls for whole ingredients and pantry staples for that essential made-from-scratch flavor. It only takes minutes to put together and pop in the oven, leaving you plenty of time to catch up with the family before sitting down to dinner. We took our deliciously addicting Honey Roasted Smashed Potatoes and turned it into a complete meal. The sauce is absolutely killer!...

Beef Satay with Peanut Dipping Sauce is not an authentic Indonesian recipe, but rather a typical American version of Indonesian-American takeout restaurants. The Stay At Home Chef uses ingredients that are easily accessible for most people in the United States and Canada so that anyone can easily celebrate world cuisines even if their opportunities for travel or access to regional ingredients are limited. Peanut Butter Substitute: If you have peanut butter allergies, feel free to substitute with your favorite allergen-free nut butter....

Shakshuka is a delicious Middle-Eastern dish that is full of flavor. It’s a one skillet meal that can be served up as breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner. Shakshuka is also super easy to make. You start by sautéing some vegetables in a skillet. Toast some spices, then add in tomatoes. This mixture is then simmered to allow the flavors to build as well as to allow some of the liquid to evaporate....

What Kind Of Pumpkin Should I Use? The base of this roasted pumpkin soup is, well, roasted pumpkin! Roasting vegetables brings out so much of their flavor, and pumpkin is no different. We like to use a pie pumpkin, otherwise known as a sweet pumpkin. This type of pumpkin boasts a rich and sweet flavor and is very similar to butternut squash. It’s different than your typical jack-o-lantern, so make sure to take a close look at the variety before you buy!...

This post is sponsored by Anolon. All opinions expressed are my own. Looking for an easy dish to serve up for your next special occasion? This recipe is perfect. It takes just 15 minutes to make, yet tastes like it came straight from a restaurant. Impress your friends and family with this one! This recipe was made using Anolon Gourmet Cookware, specifically Anolon’s Nouvelle Copper Cookware. My house is filled with Anolon products....

Molly here from What Molly Made! I’ve been sharing a new recipe each month here on The Stay at Home Chef since January and I hope you all are loving them! If you missed a few no worries, you can check them out in Rachel’s archives! I was inspired by Rachel’s latest Chocolate Chip Cookie Shots and all the toasted marshmallow happening this summer and knew I wanted to share a cookie cups recipe with you!...

Substitution Options: Applesauce: Instead of applesauce you can use vegetable oil, melted butter, or melted coconut oil in the same amount.Egg: There are several options for replacing egg in this recipe: 1/4 cup of plain yogurt, per egg1 tablespoon vinegar + 1 teaspoon baking powder, whisked together, per egg1/4 cup mashed banana, per egg1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce, per eggHoney: Instead of honey you can use sugar, agave, or maple syrup in the same amount or use a sugar replacer....

Ground Turkey: We tend to use 93% lean ground turkey, but you could use anything from 85-99% lean. Spice Level of Hearty and Healthy Turkey Chili: If you are sensitive to spice, you can go ahead and reduce the chili powder. We also recommend looking for cans of mild green chilis. Bean Options: We love the combination of cannellini and kidney beans, but you really can’t go wrong with beans in this recipe....

Storage and Reheating Instructions: Butter Substitute in Chicken Noodle Soup: If you would like to make this recipe dairy free, you can substitute the butter for more olive oil. Chicken Broth: You have a lot of options when it comes to chicken broth. You can keep it simple and simply buy the shelf stable cartons of chicken broth, or you can use bullion or even your own homemade chicken broth! We prefer to use low sodium, but you can use whichever you prefer....

We made our own salt and vinegar chips. You might wonder why in the world I would do such a thing, but go ahead and peek at the list of ingredients. Now, if you take a look at the list of ingredients on a bag of chips from the store you’ll find some other ingredients that you can’t buy at a grocery store. We figured it was worth a try, and know what?...

Watch the video where I walk you through every step of this recipe. Did you know that I have my own cooking show? You can join me over on YouTube and follow along. New episodes three times a week. It’s way better than The Food Network (wink). There’s also some great tips and information about the recipe not included here. Δ Δ

Hello fall! We’re welcoming you with open arms, as long as you bring these maple pecan sticky buns that is. The start of September signifies all things pumpkin and maple. There are sooo many reasons we love these Maple Pecan Sticky Buns, we’re sure you will love them too! You might think this is all about the gooey toppings, but the dough for this recipe takes it home for us....

How to serve mole: This mole can be served with any mexican-style meat such as carne asada and carnitas. It can also be used to smother burritos and enchiladas. You could even just eat it plain or with some chips like a chip and dip. Time to Make It: 20 minutesYield: about 5 cups Ingredients3 fresh chile poblano1 jalapeno1/2 cup sesame seeds1/3 cup pepitas (pumpkin seeds)1 cup fresh basil, loosely packed1 onion6 leaves romaine lettuce1/2 zucchini1 avocado, pitted1/2 cup chicken broth Instructions...

Chocolate Cake vs. Red Velvet Cake: It is a common misconception that red velvet cake is just chocolate cake with red food coloring. Red velvet cake does have some chocolate flavor to it, but it is also slightly acidic and tangy, due to the buttermilk, vinegar, and either cream cheese or ermine frosting. In this recipe, we include the instructions for an ermine frosting that we love as a great balance to the tangy flavor of red velvet, but you can also use cream cheese frosting....

This recipe has been making it’s way viral across the internet for the past 5 years. It’s a fun spin on an American classic that takes your meatloaf game to a whole new level of delicious. We’ve taken our recipe for Mom’s Classic Meatloaf and stuffed it with mozzarella cheese for an ooey gooey new family favorite. Why does my meatloaf fall apart? There can be many reasons why your meatloaf falls apart....

Chicken and Dumplings is a classic American comfort food. It consists of a chicken and vegetable soup base, topped with a biscuit dough dumpling. You can find a wide variety of methods and preparations out there for chicken and dumplings, particularly when it comes to the dough for the dumpling itself. Drop Biscuit vs. Flat Noodles Dumplings vary from being flat and noodle like, to being more like a drop biscuit....

Juicy thick cut pork chops are simple to prepare and the result can rival any traditional beef steak. I’m not even kidding! And they are way cheaper to buy too. I call them my secret weapon when it comes to feeding a crowd on a special occasion. Making a perfect pork chop is completely easy. If you haven’t had a thick cut pork chop before, well, prepare to fall in love with pork chops....

Parchment Paper vs. Nonstick Cooking Spray: When baking cookies, it is preferable to use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat because it not only prevents the cookies from sticking to the pan, but it does so without adding any extra grease. Nonstick cooking spray does leave a slightly greasy feel to the bottoms of your cookies. Chocolate Chip Options: The type of chocolate chips you use is a matter of personal preference....

Prep Time: 5-10 minutes Ready In: 35-40 minutes Yield: Serves 4 to 6 Ingredients 1 pound brussel sprouts, trimmed and halved 6 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch pieces salt and pepper 1/4 cup butter, melted 1/4 cup brown sugar Instructions Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly grease a baking sheet. Place halved brussel sprouts on baking sheet and toss together with carrot chunks. Season with salt and pepper....