Braised Pork Chops with Red Cabbage and Pears

Hearty, filling and inviting describes this winter stovetop meal. Inspired by German flavors, the sweet-and-sour cabbage pair perfectly with braised chops and ripe pears. Add buttered egg noodles and rye bread to complete the meal.

Ingredients

6 Each pork chops, 1/2 -inch thick
2 Teaspoon oil
1 Teaspoon salt
1/4 Teaspoon dried sage
1/4 Teaspoon thyme
1/8 Teaspoon ground black pepper
2 Slice bacon, diced
4 Cup coarsely shredded red cabbage
1 Cup sliced onion
1/2 Cup water
1/4 Cup cider vinegar
1/4 Cup brown sugar
2 Medium ripe pears, cored and sliced

Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat; brown pork chops on one side, about 3-4 minutes; turn and sprinkle with salt, sage, thyme and pepper. Remove chops from skillet and set aside.

Add bacon to skillet and cook just until crisp; add cabbage and onions. Cook and stir over medium heat 5 minutes; add 1/2 cup water, vinegar, brown sugar; mix well. Top with reserved pork chops, cooked side up; add sliced pears atop chops; cover and simmer 15 minutes.

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