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Cranberry Pork Chops |
Date posted: 11/07/02 at 14:39:34 |
Cranberry Pork Chops ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 1-1/2 C. sugar 1-3/4 C. water, divided 1 package (12-oz.) fresh or frozen cranberries 1/2 C. barbecue sauce 8 bone-in pork chops (1/2 to 3/4 inch thick) Salt and pepper to taste 2 T. vegetable oil 2 T. cornstarch 1/4 C. cold water In a saucepan, combine sugar and 1-1/2 cups water. Cook and stir over medium heat until the sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil; boil, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Add cranberries; cook 5 minutes longer or until the berries pop. Skim off foam if necessary. Stir in barbecue sauce and remaining water. Mix well; set aside. Season pork chops with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chops on both sides in oil; drain. Pour the cranberry sauce over chops. Cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until meat juices run clear. Remove chops and keep warm. Combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Spoon over pork chops. Serves 8. Note: one 16-oz. can of whole-berry cranberry sauce may be substituted for the sugar, cranberries and 1-1/2 cup water. Combine cranberry sauce with the barbecue sauce and 1/4 cup water; use as directed in recipe. Enjoy! recipe~Joan Dobbs
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