cranberry pork chops
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A simple cranberry sauce adds seasonal color and flavor to these savory chops. From Taste of Home Holiday Entertaining 2005.
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prep time
15 Min
cook time
55 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
8 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1 3/4 cups water, divided
- 1 12-oz packages fresh cranberries, or frozen
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 8 - bone-in pork chops (1/2 - 3/4-inch thick)
- - salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup cold water
How To Make cranberry pork chops
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Step 1Note: One 16-ounce can of whole-berry cranberry sauce may be substituted for the sugar, cranberries and 1 1/2 cups water. Combine cranberry sauce with the barbecue sauce and 1/4 cup water; use as directed in recipe.
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Step 2In 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.
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Step 3Mix well; set aside. Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
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Step 4In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chops on both sides in oil; drain.
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Step 5Pour the cranberry sauce over chops. Cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until meat juices run clear. Remove chops and keep warm.
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Step 6Combine 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.
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