Pork Rub and Ranch Potatoes

We enjoyed a pork roast off the barbecue last night. I put this rub together and let the flavors "soak" in for a good 6 hours before grilling. I served the Ranch Potatoes on the side with glazed carrots and watermelon.

Pork Rub

1/2 tsp. ground mustard
1/2 tsp. tarragon
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 to 1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 Tbsp. brown sugar

Mix all the ingredients well. Rub generously on pork and let marinate for at least 4 hours. (Could also use this on pork chops.)


Ranch Potatoes

(I used regular potatoes but you could also use red potatoes and leave the skin on.)

2 to 3 lbs of potatoes cubed

1/2 cup reduced fat sour cream
1/4 cup chopped green onion
1/4 cup low fat buttermilk
2 Tbsp. butter softened
3/4 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. dried basil
3/4 tsp. dried oregano
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
1/4 tsp. dried dill

Place potatoes in dutch oven or large saucepan. Cover with water and bring to boil. Turn heat down to a simmer and simmer until tender (about 15 to 20 minutes.) Drain

Mash potatoes with all the above ingredients.