INGREDIENTS
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Ingredients
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2 bone-in pork chops, preferably rib chops (1 1/2 inches thick, 8 to 10 ounces each)
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3 cups room-temperature water
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1/2 cup kosher salt
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1/4 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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4 sprigs fresh thyme
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2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
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Equipment
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Fork
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Gallon zip-top bag
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Large plate or baking sheet
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Large cast iron skillet
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Large spoon
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Paper towels