Pork Chops with Fruit

Courtesy of National Pork Board

Servings: 6
Prep Time: 20 Min.
Cook Time: 45 Min.

* 6 pork loin chops, 1-1/2-inl thick
* 2 tsp. butter
* 2 tsp. olive oil
* 1 c. dried apricots
* 3/4 c. golden raisins
* 1/2 c. slivered almonds
* 3 c. orange juice
* 1 tsp. fresh ginger root, grated
* 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
* 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
* 1/2 tsp. ground allspice

Almond Rice:
* 2 tsp. olive oil
* 1/2 c. almonds, slivered
* 1 Tbsp. almond liqueur
* 2 c. rice, cooked
* 1/4 c. green onions, minced

1. In a large heavy skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium-high heat and brown chops on both sides.
2. Remove chops to a deep casserole with a lid, mix together all other ingredients and add to casserole. Cover and bake in a 350°F oven for 45 min. until pork is tender and the internal temperature on a thermometer reads 160°F. Serve chops with the fruited pan juices, if desired.

* Nutrition information does not include Almond Rice side dish.

Almond Rice:
1. Heat oil in skillet; add almonds and sauté just until golden. Add liqueur and rice to skillet. Stir until heated. Add onions; stir to mix well.

* Recipe and photo courtesy of National Pork Board. For more recipes visit: www.PorkBeInspired.com

Calories: 411;   Total Fat: 14g;   Saturated Fat: 4g;   Cholesterol: 58mg;   Total Carbs: 46g;   Fiber: 4g;   Protein: 26g;   Sodium: 49mg;