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Pork Chops Normandy

Name: Pork Chops Normandy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each); 3 tablespoons butter; 3 medium pears, peeled and chopped; 3 tablespoons chopped shallots; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 3 tablespoons brandy or chicken broth; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon pepper

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Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

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4 servings

Pears and brandy team up to turn ordinary pork chops into a restaurant-quality dish that’s good enough for guests. Serve with an upscale side, such as brussels sprouts or asparagus, and a glass of wine for a fantastic meal. —Gina Quartermaine, Alexandria, Virginia

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Ingredients

4 boneless pork loin chops (6 ounces each)
3 tablespoons butter
3 medium pears, peeled and chopped
3 tablespoons chopped shallots
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons brandy or chicken broth
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Directions

In a large skillet, brown pork chops in butter. Remove and keep warm. In the same skillet, saute pears and shallots until crisp-tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat. Stir in brandy; cook over medium heat until liquid is evaporated.
Stir in the cream and seasonings; cook for 2-3 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened. Return pork chops to skillet; cover and cook for 8-10 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°, turning once.

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