PORK CHOPS WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE

Ingredients

• 4 boneless pork chops
• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• 3 tbsp. raw honey (optional)
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• ½ tsp. dried oregano
• ½ tsp. dried basil
• ½ tsp. dried thyme
• 1 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 400 F.
2. Season pork chops to taste with salt and pepper.
3. In a small saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, oregano, basil, thyme, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper to taste.
4. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until slightly thickened (5 to 6 minutes).
5. Sear the pork chops on both sides in an oven safe skillet over high heat, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
6. Brush the pork chops with the glaze. Transfer the skillet with the chops to the oven and roast 6 to 8 minutes.
7. Brush one last time with balsamic glaze before serving.