Onion and Cherry Glazed Pork Chops

Dried cherries add a touch of sweet to this tangy recipe.

Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

4		pork chops, bone in, 3/4-inch thick

1/2	teaspoon	garlic pepper blend seasoning

3	teaspoons	olive oil, divided

2		small onions, sliced and separated into rings

1	Tablespoon	packed brown sugar

1	teaspoon	cornstarch

1/3	cup	water

1/4	cup	sweetened dried cherries

3	Tablespoons	balsamic vinegar

Nutrition Facts

Yield: Serves 4

Approximate Nutrient Content per serving:

Calories:	299.1
Calories From Fat:	144
Total Fat:	16.8g
Saturated Fat:	5.1g
Cholesterol:	58.8mg
Sodium:	49.7mg
Total Carbohydrates:	15.7g
Dietary Fiber:	1g
Sugars:	4.5g
Protein:	20.4g

Please Note: Nutritional values listed may vary from final results depending on actual measurements, products and brands used to prepare the recipe.

Directions:

Season chops with garlic-pepper. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Saute chops for 6 to 8 minutes or until nicely browned, turning once. Remove from skillet; keep warm.

Cook onions in remaining oil in same skillet, covered, over medium-low heat for 12 to 14 minutes or until onions are very tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in brown sugar. Cook over medium heat, uncovered, for 3 to 4 minutes or until onions are lightly browned.

Meanwhile, stir together cornstarch, water, cherries and vinegar; add to skillet. Cook and stir until bubbly and slightly thickened. Add pork chops to skillet; heat through.

Serve with mashed sweet potatoes and peppered coleslaw.

Recipe and photo courtesy of National Pork Board. For more information about The Other White Meat, visit TheOtherWhiteMeat.com

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