Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 4 bone-in pork loin chops (1 inch thick and 8 ounces each)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups apple cider or juice
  • 4 medium red potatoes, cubed
  • 1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 large carrot, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 small turnip or rutabaga, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 3/4 cup half-and-half cream

Method

  • Combine the thyme, salt and pepper; rub over both sides of pork chops. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the chops in oil on both sides. Remove and set aside.
  • Add cider to the pan, stirring to loosen any browned bits. Add the potatoes, onion, carrot, turnip and pork chops. Bring to a boil. reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until meat juices run clear and vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Transfer pork chops and vegetables to a serving platter and keep warm. For gravy, bring the pan juices to a boil; cook, uncovered, until reduced to 3/4 cup. In a small bowl, combine the flour, nutmeg and cream until smooth. stir into reduced liquid. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. serve with meat and vegetables.