Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon, coarsely chopped
  • 3 Tbsp. flour
  • 6 pork chops
  • 2 tsp. brown sugar
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp. juniper berries
  • 1 1/2 lb. sauerkraut, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tsp. black peppercorns
  • 1 c. beer
  • 1 c. chicken stock

Method

  • Fry bacon until it just begins to brown and transfer into large casserole dish.
  • Season flour with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place the pork chops in a bag with seasoned flour and shake to coat. Brown pork chops in the bacon fat.
  • Drain on paper towel.
  • Add brown sugar and garlic to skillet; cook, stirring for about 3 minutes.
  • Add the sauerkraut, berries and peppercorns.
  • Heat thoroughly.
  • Transfer it to the casserole dish and mix with the bacon.
  • Lay the pork chops on top.
  • Pour the beer and chicken stock over the pork chops.
  • Bake at 350° for 45 to 55 minutes or until very tender.
  • Serves 6.