Maple Bourbon Pork Chops Recipe

Method

1. 1

   To brine the chops, combine the water, salt and pepper in a large shallow dish.

2. 2

   Place the pork chops in the brining water, making sure to submerge the chops completely.

3. 3

   Cover the chops tightly and place in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to an hour.

4. 4

   After the allotted time, remove the chops and pat dry.

5. 5

   Preheat the oven to 400° and combine the melted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt and smoked paprika.

6. 6

   Line a large pan with tinfoil and spray with nonstick cooking spray.

7. 7

   Place the potatoes in the pan and pour the brown sugar mixture over the potatoes. Toss to coat.

8. 8

   Place the pan in the oven and bake for 25 minutes. Flip them over from time to time, to brown all sides.

9. 9

   To make the glaze, combine all the glaze ingredients together in a small pan. Cook over medium low heat till the sauce has reduced and thickened.

10. 10

    In a saute pan, heat the oil. Season the chops with salt, pepper and paprika.

11. 11

    Place in the hot oil and sear both sides for 2 minutes, then remove from the pan.

12. 12

    When the potatoes have baked for 35 minutes, lower the oven to 375°.

13. 13

    Place the chops on top of the chops and spoon a third of the glaze over the chops, then bake for 5 minutes.

14. 14

    Remove and spoon a third of the glaze over the chops. Bake for an additional 4 minutes.

15. 15

    Remove and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

16. 16

    You can serve with the remaining 1/3 of the glaze.