Smothered Pork Chops

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1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

4 cups thinly sliced onions

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 tablespoon chopped garlic

4 bay leaves

3 1/2 cups chicken stock

3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons water

1 pound smoked sausage or andouille, cut crosswise into 1-inch slices

1 pound russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

Steamed white rice or rice pilaf, for serving

8 thinly cut (about 1/2-inch thick) pork chops (about 3 pounds total)

2 teaspoons Essence, recipe follows

1/2 cup olive oil

Essence:

2 1/2 tablespoons paprika

2 tablespoons salt

2 tablespoons garlic powder

1 tablespoon black pepper

1 tablespoon onion powder

1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

1 tablespoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon dried thyme