Fall Pork Dinner (Cooking for 2)

Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Fall Pork Dinner (Cooking for 2)
65 min.
3
369kcal

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As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, there's nothing quite like a comforting Fall Pork Dinner to warm your soul. This delightful dish is perfect for a cozy lunch or dinner, serving up to three people with a deliciously balanced meal that is both satisfying and dairy-free. With a preparation time of just 65 minutes, you can easily whip up this flavorful feast that highlights the best of autumn's bounty.

The star of this recipe is the tender boneless pork loin chops, coated in a crunchy Bisquick mixture that adds a delightful texture. Paired with sweet acorn squash and tart red cooking apples, this dish brings together a medley of flavors that perfectly encapsulate the essence of fall. The brown sugar and cinnamon topping adds a warm sweetness that complements the savory elements beautifully, making each bite a harmonious blend of taste and comfort.

Whether you're cooking for a special occasion or simply want to enjoy a hearty meal at home, this Fall Pork Dinner is sure to impress. It's not just a meal; it's an experience that invites you to savor the season. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in a dish that celebrates the flavors of fall!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • tablespoon butter firm
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 small acorn squash 
  • small cooking oil red unpeeled
  • 0.3 cup baking mix bisquick heart smart®
  • 0.5 teaspoon lawry's seasoned salt 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper 
  •  saltines crushed
  •  egg whites 
  • tablespoon water 
  • 0.8 lb pork loin boneless

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. In small bowl, mix brown sugar, margarine and cinnamon until crumbly; set aside.
  2. Cut squash into 1/2-inch rings.
  3. Cut rings in half; remove seeds.
  4. Cut apple into chunks.
  5. In shallow dish, stir together Bisquick® mix, seasoned salt, pepper and cracker crumbs. In another shallow dish, mix egg white and water. Dip pork into egg mixture, then coat with Bisquick mixture.
  6. Spray 10-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Cook pork in skillet 6 to 8 minutes, turning once, until coating is brown.
  7. Place pork in ungreased 8-inch square or 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish. Arrange squash and apples around pork.
  8. Sprinkle with brown sugar mixture.
  9. Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until squash is tender and until pork is no longer pink in center.

Nutrition Facts

Calories369kcal
Protein31.14%
Fat27.55%
Carbs41.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.33
Glycemic Load
0.01
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
17.573043470797%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:368.78kcal
18.44%
Fat:11.27g
17.35%
Saturated Fat:2.85g
17.8%
Carbohydrates:38.05g
12.68%
Net Carbohydrates:36.35g
13.22%
Sugar:19.48g
21.64%
Cholesterol:71.71mg
23.9%
Sodium:728.52mg
31.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.68g
57.36%
Selenium:35.52µg
50.74%
Vitamin B6:0.99mg
49.52%
Vitamin B1:0.72mg
47.71%
Vitamin B3:7.98mg
39.91%
Phosphorus:367.76mg
36.78%
Potassium:747.97mg
21.37%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.46%
Zinc:2.27mg
15.11%
Magnesium:60.25mg
15.06%
Manganese:0.3mg
14.89%
Vitamin B5:1.32mg
13.23%
Vitamin B12:0.65µg
10.81%
Iron:1.94mg
10.78%
Vitamin C:7.96mg
9.65%
Folate:36.24µg
9.06%
Vitamin A:432.58IU
8.65%
Copper:0.15mg
7.71%
Calcium:75.61mg
7.56%
Fiber:1.7g
6.78%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Vitamin E:0.43mg
2.89%
Vitamin K:2.61µg
2.49%