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Pork chops or roast pork with applesauce Recipe

American · Main course · 45 min total

A classic pairing of savory pork with sweet, tangy homemade applesauce that perfectly complements the richness of the meat.

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in pork chops (about 1 inch thick) or 2 lbs pork loin roast
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 4 medium apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. Season pork chops or roast generously with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork and sear until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side for chops (or sear all sides for roast). Transfer to a plate.
3. In the same skillet, add diced apples, water, butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until apples are soft and saucy, about 10 minutes.
4. If using pork chops: Return chops to the skillet, nestling them into the applesauce. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), about 10-15 minutes.
5. If using pork roast: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place seared roast in a roasting pan, pour applesauce around it, and roast until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C), about 25-30 minutes per pound.
6. Let pork rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with applesauce spooned over the top.

Tips

• For extra flavor, add a splash of apple cider vinegar or a pinch of cayenne to the applesauce.
• Leftover applesauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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