Shelly's Recipe

BALSAMIC PORK AND PEPPERS

Category: Pork - Chops and Steaks

2 tbsp olive oil
1 each red and yellow bell peppers
1 onion, halved, sliced thinly
1 tsp fresh thyme, or 1/2 tsp dried
4 boneless pork chops
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp butter

Seed and cut pepper into 1/2 inch wide strips. In large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Add pepper, onion, half the salt and pepper and the thyme; saute 8-10 minutes until onions are golden and peppers tender. Transfer to platter; cover with foil. In medium skillet, heat remaining oil. Season chops on both sides with salt and pepper. Add to skillet and cook 8-10 minutes; turning halfway through cooking. Cook until just done and then place on top of pepper mixture.

Add vinegar to pork skillet and boil until liquid is reduced to about 2 tablespoons. Scrape up brown bits as it cooks with wooden spoon. Add chicken broth and garlic; boil 3 minutes. Remove from heat and swirl in butter until just mixed and sauce is thick. Pour sauce over chops and peppers. 4 servings.