My aunt passed down this secret sweet and tangy dinner. You only need 4 ingredients to make the whole family beg for seconds

This slow cooker 4-ingredient Amish honey mustard pork chops recipe is one of those sweet and tangy dinners my aunt swears by—the kind you pull out on a busy weeknight when you still want everyone around the table to be excited about dinner. The sauce is inspired by simple Amish pantry cooking: just real mustard, honey, and a little tang that turns into a glossy, sticky glaze as it bubbles away around thick bone-in chops. You toss everything into the slow cooker before work, and by the time you’re home, the pork is fall-off-the-bone tender and swimming in savory-sweet juices that make the whole family ask for seconds.

Serve these honey mustard pork chops straight from the slow cooker with a big scoop of mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles to soak up all that sweet and tangy sauce. Steamed green beans, roasted carrots, or a simple side salad help balance the richness. If you’re keeping it extra homey, warm dinner rolls or a slice of crusty bread are perfect for mopping up the juices. Leftovers reheat well and taste great tucked into a sandwich with a little extra mustard the next day.

Servings: 4

2 to 2 1/2 pounds thick-cut bone-in pork chops (about 4 chops, 1-inch thick)