Pork Chops with Herbed Butter
Servings
2Serving size
4 ounce pork chop with herbed butterThis recipe can easily be multiplied. The herbed butter keeps well and can be used in multiple ways.
Serve with Plain Mashed Potatoes [Low Sodium Plain Mashed Potatoes] or Mashed Yams along with Sauteed Spinach or Parmesan Squash or Zucchini with Sun Dried Tomatoes [Low Sodium Zucchini with Sun Dried Tomatoes].
Serve with Baked Sweet Potato or Low Sodium Plain Mashed Potatoes or Plain Mashed Potatoes
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Serve with Parmesan Squash or Parmesan Zucchini or Sauteed Spinach or Zucchini with Sun Dried Tomatoes
Ingredients
| 5 leaves Fresh basil |
| 1/2 tsp. Rosemary, fresh |
| 1/2 tsp. Fresh tarragon |
| 1/2 tsp. Fresh sage |
| 1/2 tsp. Fresh thyme |
| 1 Tbsp. Unsalted butter |
| 1/8 tsp. Salt |
| 1/2 tsp.. Honey |
| 1 tsp. Olive oil |
| 1 to taste Black pepper |
| 8 ounces Boneless pork chops (two 4 ounce chops) |
Instructions
This can be done up to 12 hours in advance and kept in the refrigerator.
Place a large skillet in the oven and preheat to 425°F.
When the oven is hot add the olive oil and swirl the pan until coated. .
Season the pork with pepper and place the pork chops in the pan.
Return the pan to the oven and cook for about 7 minutes and then turn.
Cook for another 7 to 10 minutes.
Serve topped with 1/2 of the herbed butter for each pork chop.
Serve.
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…
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Serve this recipe with one of these vegetable side dishes.
Parmesan Squash
Place the water in a medium pot fitted with a steamer basket over high heat. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Cut about 1/4 inch from the stem end of the squash and then slice lengthwise. Place the four halves in the steamer and steam until slightly tender. Remove the steamed…
Parmesan Zucchini
Place a large skillet in the oven and preheat the oven to 325°F. Cut about 1/4 inch from the stem end of the zucchini and then slice lengthwise. Spray the hot pan with oil and place the six halves in the pan cut side down. Roast for about 20 minutes.…
Sauteed Spinach
Heat oil over high heat in a large non-stick skillet. Add sesame seeds and cook for about two minutes, stirring continuously so that they do not burn. Add the spinach and cook quickly over high heat, tossing frequently. As it begins to wilt, add the sherry, honey and nutmeg. Cook…
Zucchini with Sun Dried Tomatoes
Place the sun dried tomatoes in a small bowl and add the boiling water. Let the tomatoes steep for 20 minutes. Remove the tomatoes and finely mince. Reserve the water the tomatoes steeped in. Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and the sun dried tomato…
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Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Recipe Notes
Herbed butters are so quick and easy that it’s worth planting some fresh herbs in your yard or in pots on the patio. You can choose almost any herb you like or that’s available. It’s best to choose a mix of herbs and if you purchase yours, sometimes the grocery will have a mixed herb packet that works great for this recipe.
The butter is better if made a day in advance, as the herbs will have the time to infuse their flavors better.
This version (our your favorite version) works well on almost any dish – grilled salmon, scallops, shrimp, or chicken.