Tuscan Pork and Bean Salad

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

2 cooked pork chops, cut into 1/2-inch cubes *
1 10-oz package Mediterranean greens, (such as escarole, endive, radicchio)
1 15-oz can cannellini beans, OR Great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 4-oz jar Pimiento strips
2 tomatoes, cubed
1 14-oz can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
1/4 cup green onion, sliced
1/2 cup Italian dressing
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

In shallow serving bowl toss together all ingredients, except for the parmesan cheese, with dressing. Portion onto individual serving plates; top each serving with 1 tablespoon cheese.

Serves 4.

* Use the leftovers from Balsamic Pork Chops.

Simple Balsamic Pork Chops get transformed into a Tuscan salad and give whole new meaning to "pork and beans." Serve this entree salad with wedges of fresh focaccia bread.

Calories: 254 calories
Protein: 21 grams
Fat: 7 grams
Sodium: 980 milligrams
Cholesterol: 35 milligrams
Saturated Fat: 1 grams
Carbohydrates: 31 grams

Random Cooking Tip:

When you are in a hurry—turn to cuts that cook up quickly, such as chops, tenderloins and cutlets.

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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.

Other Pork Buying/Handling/Storing Tips

Ask Your Butcher
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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