Balsamic Peach Pork Chops with Blue Cheese

Introduction:

Are you looking for a delicious and flavorful recipe for your next dinner party or family meal? Look no further than Balsamic Peach Pork Chops with Blue Cheese! This mouthwatering dish is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your taste buds. The combination of the sweet and tangy balsamic glaze, juicy peaches, and creamy blue cheese is a match made in heaven. And the best part? It’s surprisingly easy to make!

In this recipe, we’ll show you how to marinate pork chops in a mixture of balsamic vinegar, apricot preserves, mustard, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Then, we’ll teach you how to pan-fry the pork chops to perfection and finish them off with a balsamic peach sauce that’s infused with the flavors of the marinade. Finally, we’ll top the pork chops with crumbled blue cheese for a tangy and creamy finish.

So, let’s get started!

Ingredients:

• 1 pound pork chops
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons apricot preserves (or honey)
• 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
• 2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
• 1 teaspoon thyme, chopped (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 2 large peaches, sliced
• 1/4 cup blue cheese (or feta), crumbled (optional)
• Marinate the pork chops:
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, apricot preserves, mustard, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add the pork chops to the marinade and make sure they are coated evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or overnight.
  3. Remove the pork chops from the marinade and shake off any excess.

  Pan-fry the pork chops:

  1. Heat a large skillet or pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add a small amount of oil to the pan and swirl it around.
  3. Place the pork chops in the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  4. Remove the pork chops from the pan and set them aside on a plate.

  Make the balsamic peach sauce:

  1. Add the remaining balsamic mixture from the marinade to the pan and simmer for 3 minutes, or until it starts to thicken.
  2. Add the sliced peaches to the pan and cook for 2 minutes, or until they are just tender.
  3. Stir in the crumbled blue cheese (if using) and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is heated through.

  Serve and enjoy:

  1. Place the pork chops back in the pan and spoon some of the balsamic peach sauce over the top of each chop.
  2. Serve the pork chops hot, topped with additional balsamic peach sauce and crumbled blue cheese (if using).
  3. Garnish with fresh herbs, such as parsley or thyme, and serve with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.