Balsamic Pork Chops

Drescription

Rich pork pairs well with tangy sauces and these balsamic pork chops are a slam-dunk. The balsamic-and-honey glaze comes together quickly, and it's pure magic on thick-cut pork loin chops.

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 10 ounces each)
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/2 cup honey
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 1/4 cup butter, cubed

Directions

1. Sprinkle pork chops with pepper flakes, salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add pork; cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 145°; medium, 160°). Remove and keep warm.
2. In the same skillet, whisk the vinegar, honey, green onions, garlic, rosemary, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 6-8 minutes or until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat; whisk in butter until melted. Serve with pork chops.