Potted Pork Chops with Sweet Onions and Apples

recipe adapted from Rachael Ray

 Ingredients

• 6 boneless pork chops, halved
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tbs. EVOO
• 2 medium onions, sliced
• 2 medium Macintosh apples, peeled and chopped
• 2 fresh bay leaves
• A few sprigs fresh sage, very thinly sliced
• 1 can of chicken broth

Directions

1. Season the pork with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbs. EVOO in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the pork and brown the meat. Do this in 2 batches if your pot size demands it. Use a little extra oil if necessary for a second batch. Remove the browned meat to a plate and add the remaining oil to the pan. 
2. Reduce the heat a bit and add the onions, apples, bay leaves, and sage. Season with salt and pepper and cover the pan to sweat the onions for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Uncover the pot and raise the heat a bit. When the onions start to brown, add the broth to the pot. Simmer uncovered for 5 minutes and allow to thicken.  
3. Slide the pork back in, and simmer to cook through a few minutes more. Serve from the hot pot. Serves 5.

Roasted Winter Vegetables

 Ingredients

• 1 lb. baby carrots
• 4 red potatoes, quartered
• 1/2 lb. brussel sprouts (halved if large)
• 2 tbs. EVOO
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 1 tsp. dried oregano
• 1 tsp. dried rosemary
• 1 tsp. dried thyme
• 1 tsp. Herbs de Provence

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Toss all ingredients together in a large bowl.  Transfer to a large baking sheet.  Roast for 40 minutes, flipping once.  Serves 5. 

Balsamic Summer Squash

 Ingredients

• 3 medium zucchini, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 3 medium yellow squash, cut into 1 inch cubes
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbs. EVOO
• 2 tbs. Balsamic vinegar
• 1 1/2 tsp. Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp. kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper

Directions

1. Heat oil over medium heat; add garlic and cook 30 seconds.  Add all remaining ingredients and cook covered for 25 minutes.  Remove lid and reduce heat to low; cook an additional 10 minutes stirring occasionally.  Serves 6.

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