Very Berry Pork Chops

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Cook Time: 15 minutes

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Ingredients

4 Pork Chops, 3/4-inch thick
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup strawberry preserves
1 tablespoon mustard
1/4 cup cider vinegar

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Cooking Directions

New USDA Guidelines

Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops, cook and turn until brown on both sides. Reduce heat to low. In small bowl, stir together strawberry preserves, mustard and vinegar. Pour sauce over pork chops. Cover pan. Cook pork chops for 8 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened and until internal temperature on a thermometer reads 145 degrees Fahrenheit, followed by a 3-minute rest time. To serve, spoon glaze over each chop.

Serves 4.


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Serving Suggestions

Pork and fruit combinations appeal to kids' fondness of sweet flavors. Have little cooks help with measuring and stirring. Serve with oven baked potato wedges and corn.


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Nutrition

Calories: 223 calories
Protein: 26 grams
Fat: 9 grams
Sodium: 110 milligrams
Cholesterol: 65 milligrams
Saturated Fat: 1 grams
Carbohydrates: 14 grams

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Don't overcook your pork!

 
 
 
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easy
by Maria 06/29/2010
Didn't have Apple Cider vinegar, so I used Red Wine Vinegar, it was good.
Buying/Handling/Storing Tip:

The best way to defrost pork is in the refrigerator in its wrapping. Defrosting a 1 inch chop will take 12-14 hours.


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It’s important to note that all pork chops cook the same. The length of cooking primarily depends on the thickness of the chop. Thickness can vary from ½ to 2 inches. Whether you choose chops boneless for convenience or chops with the bone attached for their attractive appearance, the cooking time is the same. Pork chops are likely the least intimidating of all pork cuts because they are so easy to prepare.
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About the Cut
Pork chops are the most popular cut from the pork loin, which is the strip of meat that runs from the pig’s hip to shoulder. Depending on where they originate, pork chops can be found under a variety of names, including loin, rib, sirloin, top loin and blade chops.
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Cooking Method: Braising
COOKING BASICS:
1. Coat meat lightly with seasoned flour, if desired.
2. In a large, heavy pan with lid, brown meat on all sides in a small amount of oil; remove excess drippings from pan.
3. Cover meat with desired liquid(s).
4. Cover pan and simmer over low heat on stove or in a low to moderate (275 to 300 degrees F.) oven for 1 to 3 hours, until tender.
5. If adding vegetables, add toward end of cooking time, during the last 20 to 45 minutes.

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