cranberry pork chops

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14 Pinches
Grapeview, WA
Updated on Nov 1, 2015

A simple cranberry sauce adds seasonal color and flavor to these savory chops. From Taste of Home Holiday Entertaining 2005.

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

  • Step 1
    Note: 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.
  • Step 2
    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.
  • Step 3
    Mix well; set aside. Season pork chops with salt and pepper.
  • Step 4
    In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chops on both sides in oil; drain.
  • Step 5
    Pour the cranberry sauce over chops. Cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until meat juices run clear. Remove chops and keep warm.
  • Step 6
    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.

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Category: Pork
Ingredient: Pork
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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