Apple Cranberry-Stuffed Pork Chops

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 bone-in pork chops, 10-12 oz each
• 2 cups fresh cranberries
• 2 cups chopped apples (peeled and cored)
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped celery
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30-35 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the cranberries, apples, onion, celery, walnuts, parsley, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
3. Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket in the side of each pork chop.
4. Stuff each pork chop with about 1/4 cup of the cranberry-apple mixture. Secure the openings with toothpicks.
5. Season the pork chops with salt and pepper.
6. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and brown the pork chops on both sides.
7. Transfer the pork chops to a baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 pork chop):

• Calories: 380
• Fat: 13g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Cholesterol: 105mg
• Sodium: 220mg
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Protein: 32g

Dish Characteristics:

• Juicy and flavorful pork chops stuffed with a sweet and tangy cranberry-apple filling
• Tender and easy to cut through
• Perfect for special occasions or weeknight dinners

User Comments:

• "These stuffed pork chops were a hit! The cranberry-apple filling was perfectly balanced and the pork was cooked to perfection."
• "This dish was absolutely delicious and impressive to serve. The filling added a burst of flavor to the chops."
• "I made this for a dinner party and it was a crowd-pleaser. Everyone loved the combination of flavors."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to wash your hands thoroughly before handling meat.
• Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork chops are cooked through to the proper internal temperature.
• If you don't have bone-in pork chops, you can use boneless pork chops and simply secure the stuffing with toothpicks.
• Serve the stuffed pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a green salad.