
Lunch
Pork Chops with Garlic Cream
Ingredients
- butter2 tablespoon
- buttermilk0.33333334 cup
- wine0.33333334 cup
- thyme3 sprigs
- heavy cream1 cup
- bell pepper4 servings
- pork chops2 lb
- salt4 servings
- shallot1 medium
- vegetable oil2 tablespoon
- garlic cloves12 large
Instructions
- 1
In a small sauce pan melt the butter over medium-low heat and cook the shallots until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add the wine, thyme and a generous teaspoon salt.
- 3
Raise the heat to medium and simmer until the liquid is reduced to 2 tablespoons.
- 4
Stir in the heavy cream and the buttermilk and all the garlic cloves.Return to a bare simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic is completely tender, 40 to 45 minutes.
- 5
Transfer the garlic mixture to a blender and puree until very smooth, about 1 minute.
- 6
Return the garlic sauce to the saucepan.
- 7
It should be thick enough to cover the back of a wooden spoon but easy to pour.
- 8
Set aside covered to keep warm.Preheat oven to 375.Salt and pepper generously the pork chops.
- 9
In a large skillet over medium high heat add the oil.
- 10
When hot add the chops and sear them on each side.
- 11
2minutes each sides.
- 12
Remove from the stove and place in the hot oven.
- 13
Cook for 3 minutes at 375 then lower the heat to 300 for another 5 minutes.
- 14
The chops need to be springy to the touch and golden brown on the outside.
Nutrition (per serving · serves 4)
Estimated values based on ingredient data. Actual nutrition may vary.










