Pork chops with molasses glazed apples

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
***PORK BRINE (CAN STORE UP TO 1 MONTH IN; (Can store up to 1
; THE REFRIGERATOR)***, month in the
4ouncesSugar
¼cupMolasses
2ouncesKosher salt
2quartsWater
¼Cinnamon stick
½tablespoonCoriander
½tablespoonWhole black pepper
2Garlic cloves; smashed
2Whole cloves
4Double cut pork chops; (ask your butcher)
2tablespoonsButter
2Granny Smith apples; sliced thin
¼cupMolasses
¼cupCider vinegar
4cupsPork brine
Salt and pepper

Directions

REFRIGERATOR

For the brine: Combine all ingredients in a medium sized pot and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let cool in the refrigerator. Place the pork chops in a glass or ceramic baking dish that will hold them comfortably in a single layer. Pour the brine over the chops and place in the refrigerator for 8 hours or overnight. Remove the pork chops from the brine and season well with salt and pepper. Grill or roast until desired doneness, approximately 12 minutes for medium. Remove the chops from the oven and keep in a warm place while you prepare the apples. In a large saute pan, heat the butter over high heat. When it starts to brown add the apples and saute, tossing, for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the molasses, cook for 1 minute and add the cider vinegar and reduce by half. Place a pork chop on each plate and top with some apples and the cooking juices.

Yield: 4 servings

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NOTES : Recipe courtesy of Trey Foshee Recipe by: IN FOOD TODAY SHOW #IND079 Converted by MM_Buster v2.0l.