Pork Chops with Caramelized Apples
Servings
2Serving size
1 pork chop with about one cup caramelized applesThis recipe can easily be multiplied and makes good leftovers. Reheat gently.
Serve with Roasted Potatoes or Plain Mashed Potatoes [Low Sodium Plain Mashed Potatoes] or Mashed Yams.
Serve with Baked Sweet Potato or Low Sodium Plain Mashed Potatoes or Plain Mashed Potatoes or Roasted Potatoes
Ingredients
| 1 tsp.. Unsalted butter |
| 2 medium Granny Smith apples (peeled and sliced) |
| 2 tsp. Sugar |
| 1/4 tsp. Salt |
| 1 Tbsp. Maple syrup |
| 2 Tbsp. Balsamic vinegar |
| 1/4 cup White wine (sweet like a Riesling) |
| 1/4 tsp., leaves Dried thyme |
| 1/4 cup Water |
| 8 ounces Boneless pork chops (2 4-ounce chops) |
Instructions
As the butter melts add the sliced apples and sugar.
Cook stirring occasionally.
Allow the apples to brown but not burn. It should take about 20 - 25 minutes to caramelize the apples.
As the apples soften and caramelize add the salt, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, wine and thyme leaves. Stir gently.
Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Place a medium skillet in the oven.
Reduce the heat and allow the apples to simmer for about 10 minutes. Stir occasionally.
If there is not enough liquid add water one tablespoon at a time.
As the apples are done spray the hot skillet lightly with oil and add the pork chops.
Return the pan to the oven and cook for about 8 - 10 minutes.
Remove and turn the pork chops and cook for another 8 - 10 minutes.
Serve over mashed yams topped with the caramelized apples.
Serve this recipe with one of these starch side dishes.
Baked Sweet Potato
Wash the yam well. Place the yam on a sheet of aluminum foil and place in the oven. Set the temperature to 325°F. Bake the potato for about 40 minutes until it is soft. You’ll know because it will give slightly when squeezed. Serve with the butter and goat cheese.…
Low Sodium Plain Mashed Potatoes
Place the water in a large stock pot over high heat. Quarter the potatoes and add to the stock pot. Cover with water by about an inch. Bring to boil and then reduce heat until the water is simmering. Cook the potatoes about 15 – 20 minutes until slightly soft…
Plain Mashed Potatoes
Place the water in a large stock pot over high heat. Quarter the potatoes and add to the stock pot. Cover with water by about an inch. Bring to boil and then reduce heat until the water is simmering. Cook the potatoes about 15 – 20 minutes until slightly soft…
Roasted Potatoes
Preheat oven to 400° F. Place the water in a medium stock pot over high heat and bring to a boil. Add the potatoes and reduce the heat to medium-high. Simmer for 10 minutes and remove. Drain potatoes and let them cool slightly before cutting them into quarters. Place potatoes…
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Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Recipe Notes
Caramelizing the apple with the sugar adds a few calories but is so worth it. The sweet apples take on an intense flavor and balance the umami of the pork. This recipe has it all: it’s quick and easy, it’s sweet, salty, savory, and a bit sour all at the same time.