Maple Sugar Glazed Pork With Baked Apples and Thyme

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1
Maple Sugar Glazed Pork With Baked Apples and Thyme Recipe
in Pork

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 lean pork chops , trimmed , about 6 ozs each
1 ounce butter , for greasing
1 -2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
4 ounces brown sugar
4 tablespoons maple syrup
1/3 - 1/2 cup cider
1 red onion , peeled and diced finely
2 large apples , halved and cored
salt
pepper
fresh thyme

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
400
Sugar
20g
Fat
10g
Maple Sugar Glazed Pork With Baked Apples and Thyme is a delicious meal that's perfect for a cozy dinner at home. The sweet and savory combination of flavors in this recipe is irresistible. The lean pork chops coated with a maple and brown sugar glaze are juicy and tender, and the baked apples bring a light and fresh flavor to the dish. This meal is easy to make and is perfect for a busy weeknight. It's also a great way to use fall apples that are in season and make a warm, comforting dinner that will be loved by the whole family.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.Season the pork chops with salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
3.In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the brown sugar, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth.
4.In a large skillet over medium-high heat, sear the pork chops on both sides, until browned. Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside.
5.Add the diced red onion to the skillet and cook until softened, 2-3 minutes.
6.Pour in the cider and whisk until the sauce comes to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
7.Place the pork chops in a greased baking dish and spread the sauce all over them.
8.Arrange the halved and cored apples around the pork chops in the baking dish. Sprinkle some fresh thyme over everything.
9.Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, until the pork chops are fully cooked and the apples are tender.
10.Serve hot with roasted vegetables or a salad on the side.

PROS

This recipe is a classic combination of sweet and savory, sure to satisfy any taste buds.

The pork chops are lean and packed with protein.

Baked apples provide an excellent source of fiber and vitamins.

CONS

The sugar and maple syrup in this dish can make it high in calories.

It’s important to keep portion sizes in mind when enjoying this meal.

If you’re watching your sugar intake, be mindful of the added sugars in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a great source of high-quality protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscles and tissues.
Baked apples provide a good source of fiber and vitamin C.
Thyme is a good source of vitamin C and vitamin A, as well as several minerals such as calcium, iron, and manganese.

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