Sweet and Savory Pork and Pears

This seasonal plate brings an unexpected sweet note from the pears that works perfectly with the pork.

Ingredients:

2 boneless pork loin chops, 1/2"- 3/4" thick

salt and pepper to taste

1 tsp fennel seed

1 tsp dry thyme

1 tbsp olive oil

1 1/2 cups fresh diced pear

2 tbsps chicken broth

1 tbsp maple syrup

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tsp dry ground mustard

Season pork with salt, pepper, fennel seed and dry thyme and leave at room temperature for 30 minutes. Heat olive oil in a skillet to medium high and brown the pork 3-4 minutes per side. Remove to a plate. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium low. Add the pears and a little more thyme and sauté about 4 minutes until lightly browned. Then stir in the chicken broth, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar and ground mustard. Start simmering on medium heat and return the pork to the pan, cooking 2-4 minutes to an internal temperature of 140°F.  Serves 2.

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