Mr. Food: Dijon Pork Chops

Serves: 4

Cooking Time: 25 min

Ingredients

• 4 (1-inch-thick) pork chops
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions

1. Sprinkle pork chops evenly on both sides with salt and pepper.
    
2. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add chops and cook 8 to 10 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. Reserve pan drippings; place chops on a serving platter, cover with foil, and set aside.
    
3. Saute garlic in reserved drippings over medium heat for 30 seconds. Stir in cream, mustard, and thyme. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook 1 to 2 minutes, stirring constantly. Serve sauce over pork chops.