Recipe: Stuffed Pork Chops

Stuffed Pork Chops:
Serves 4

2 Tbls.diced smoked bacon
1/2 c.finely chopped onion
1/2 c.finely chopped tart apple
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 c.chopped spinach,lightly packed
1 Tbls.apple cider vinegar
1 Tbls.sugar
1/4 tsp.salt
4 thick pork chops
salt & pepper
2-4 Tbls.vegetable oil
hot water

Cook bacon,onion,apple & garlic together til tender & lightly browned.Add spinach,cook & stir till wilted.Add vinegar,sugar & salt to taste,cover & simmer for 5 minutes.Set aside.

Cut a pocket into each chop & fill with spinach stuffing.Season with salt & pepper.Heat 2 Tbls. oil in large heavy skillet.Brown chops 5-7 minutes on each side,adding oil if needed.Pour off excess fat.

Chops may be baked in skillet if it is large enough & oven-proof.Otherwise,arrange chops in a 13 x 9 " baking dish,pour 1/4" hot water around chops.Bake in a 350 degree oven for 1 hour.