MAPLE-PECAN PORK CHOPS RECIPE

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For a standout short-cut supper, start with this change-of-pace menu served up by our Test Kitchen and guaranteed to make any occasion special. Begin by simmering the luscious Maple-Pecan Pork Chops in apple juice, then drizzle with sweet maple syrup and top with crunchy pecans.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup maple syrup, divided
4 bone-in pork loin chops (3/4-inch thick and 8 ounces each)
1 tablespoon butter
1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
1 cup Diamond of California Pecan Halves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the mustard, pepper and 2 teaspoons syrup. Lightly drizzle over both sides of pork chops.
  • In a large nonstick skillet, brown pork in butter over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side. Add apple juice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until a meat thermometer reads 160°. Remove chops and keep warm.
  • Add pecans and remaining syrup to the skillet; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until blended. Serve with pork chops.
  • Yield: 4 servings.
  • Originally published as Maple-Pecan Pork Chops in Quick Cooking
  • January/February 2006, p21
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