PORK CHOPS WITH CABBAGE AND APPLES

By Clarabell

Ingredients

• 1 T paprika
• 2 t kosher salt
• 1 1/2 t black pepper
• 1 t dried rosemary
• 1 t dried sage
• 6 (1/2 inch-thick) pork chops
• 2 bacon slices, chopped
• 2 lbs cabbage, chopped
• 2 onions, sliced
• 1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled and sliced
• 1 T tomato paste
• 1 (12oz) bottle lager beer or 1 1/2 c apple cider

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine first 5 ingredients, rub half of mixture over chops.

2. Cook bacon in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until crisp. Remove and drain bacon, reserving drippings.

3. Cook chops in skillet 3 minutes on each side. Remove chops; keep warm.

4. Cook cabbage, onions, and apple in skillet, covered 10 minutes. Stir in tomato paste, beer, bacon, and remaining spice mixture.

5. Add pork; cook, uncovered, 5 minutes.