FoodHow Do You Improve Southern Smothered Pork Chops? By Giving It a Maple TwistA comfort food classic, this version has a just a hint of sweet and sour thanks to the addition of Dijon mustard and maple syrup. 00CopyFacebookXTruthGettrLinkedInTelegramEmailSavePrintSmothered pork chops, browned and bathed in a savory sauce, are the epitome of Southern comfort food. Dreamstime/TNSTribune News Service4/8/2024|Updated: 4/8/20240:00X 1By Meredith Deeds From Star TribuneSmothered pork chops, browned and bathed in a savory sauce, are the epitome of Southern comfort food.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentTribune News ServiceAuthorAuthor’s Selected ArticlesWhere Americans Want to Travel in 2026 Is ‘Not so Obvious,’ Says SkyscannerNov 14, 2025Lake Tahoe Resort Ranked Among Best in World. What Makes It a Top Place to Stay?Nov 14, 20255 Things to Consider Now If You Want to Retire in 2026Nov 13, 2025Feeling Right at Home in ScotlandNov 12, 2025Related TopicsMaple Syruppork chops