Ingredients

  • 2 teaspoons oil
  • 2 ripe pears, peeled and chopped
  • 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 4 1/4 lbs boneless center cut pork chops, 1/2-inch thick, trimmed of visible fat

Method

  • Heat 1 teaspoon of the oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add pears, 1/2 teaspoon of the cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  • Cook, stirring frequently and mashing the pears with a spoon, until thick and pears are tender, about 4 minutes.
  • Remove pan from heat; stir in lemon zest and vanilla. Set aside.
  • Combine remaining 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, salt, paprika and pepper in a bowl.
  • Rub mixture over pork.
  • Heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add pork and cook until well browned and cooked through, about 4 minutes on each side.
  • Serve with sauce.