Octoberfest Pork Chops

Ingredients

• 4 pork chops
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon rosemary
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, oregano, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, and salt.
3. Rub the pork chops with the olive oil, then season with the spice mixture.
4. Place the pork chops on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes or until the internal temperature of the pork chops reaches 145°F.
5. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Octoberfest is an annual festival held in Munich, Germany, that is celebrated with beer, music, and traditional German food.
• Pork chops are a popular cut of meat that is lean and flavorful.
• Smoked paprika is a type of paprika that is smoked over a wood fire, giving it a unique smoky flavor.