Variations & Tips
• For picky eaters: Use cream of chicken or cream of celery soup if your crew isn’t a fan of mushrooms. You can also cut the pork into bite-sized pieces before baking so little ones don’t have to tackle a whole chop. • Extra veggie boost: Stir 1–2 cups of frozen mixed vegetables (like peas, carrots, and corn) or frozen green beans into the stuffing before spreading it in the baking dish. It’s an easy way to sneak in more color and nutrition. • Apple & onion twist: For a slightly sweeter, fall-inspired version, sauté 1 small sliced onion and 1 chopped apple in a bit of butter until softened, then mix them into the stuffing before baking. This pairs especially well if you use pork stuffing or savory herb stuffing mix. • Cheesy topping: During the last 5–10 minutes of baking, sprinkle 1/2 to 1 cup of shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese over the top. This makes the dish extra cozy and kid-friendly. • Different stuffing flavors: Try cornbread stuffing for a sweeter, Southern-style bake, or savory herb stuffing for more classic holiday flavors. Use whatever you have on hand in the pantry. • Make-ahead tip: Assemble the dish earlier in the day (through spreading the soup over the pork chops), cover, and refrigerate. When you’re ready to bake, add about 5–10 extra minutes to the covered baking time since it will be starting cold from the fridge.
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