PORK CHOPS WITH PIZZA SAUCE

Pork Chops with Pizza Sauce image

This recipe was passed down to me from Mom, who got it from her mother. Oregano and basil in the tomato sauce and in the coating on these tender moist chops give this entree its Italian flavor. -Joanna Iovino of Commack, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 to 4 teaspoons dried oregano, divided
2 to 4 teaspoons dried basil, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
4 bone-in pork loin chop (7 ounces each)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 medium onions, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (8 ounces each) tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
2 cups hot cooked noodles

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine 1-1/2 to 3 teaspoons oregano, 1-1/2 to 3 teaspoons basil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper./ Sprinkle over both sides of chops. In a large nonstick skillet, brown pork on both sides in oil over medium heat; remove from skillet., In the same skillet, saute onions and garlic until tender. Add the tomato sauce, water and the remaining oregano, basil, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Return pork to the skillet. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Serve with hot noodles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 882mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges