Onion and Cherry Glazed Pork Chops

Yield:
Serves 4

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

Ingredients:

  1. 4 pork chops, bone in, 3/4-inch thick
  2. 1/2 teaspoon garlic pepper blend seasoning
  3. 3 teaspoons olive oil, divided
  4. 2 small onions, sliced and separated into rings
  5. 1 Tablespoon packed brown sugar
  6. 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  7. 1/3 cup water
  8. 1/4 cup sweetened dried cherries
  9. 3 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
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 courtesy of National Pork Board. For more information about The Other White Meat, visit TheOtherWhiteMeat.com


TDS 3