Cerdo con Frutas
(Pork Chops with Fruit)

Ingredients

• 6 (1 1/2 inch thick) pork loin chops
• 2 teaspoons butter
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 cup dried apricots
• 3/4 cup golden raisins
• 1/2 cup slivered almonds
• 3 cups orange juice
• 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice

Instructions

1. In a large heavy skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium-high heat and quickly brown chops on both sides.
2. Remove chops to a deep casserole with a lid.
3. Mix together all other ingredients and add to casserole.
4. Cover and bake at 350 degrees F for 45 minutes, until pork is tender.

Servings: 6

Recipe and photo used with permission from: National Pork Board