Bacon-Wrapped Pork Chops With Seasoned Butter

  Ingredients:
4 - 6-7 ounce boneless pork loin chops, 1 1/4-inch thick

4 slices thick-cut bacon

Garlic-Mustard Butter


  Preparation:
Dry the chops with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper. Wrap a strip of bacon around each one, securing with a toothpick. Cook as directly below to medium doneness. Remove toothpick; serve chops with a pat of butter.

  Broil: Broil 4 inches from heat source, 6-7 minutes. Turn and continue broiling to desired doneness, approximately 5-6 minutes for medium (160 degrees F.)

  Pan Broil: Heat grill pan over high heat; add chops, lower heat to medium-high and cook for 6-7 minutes, until nicely browned. Turn and continue cooking for about 5-6 minutes for medium doneness.

  Grill: Prepare medium-hot fire in grill; grill chops over direct heat for 6-7 minutes; turn and grill 5-6 minutes more for medium doneness.

  Serving Suggestions:
Move over, filet mignon! These mighty bacon-wrapped chops have the taste territory covered! Top with Garlic-Mustard Butter from the condiments category. Serve with baked potato and steamed broccoli.

  Yield: 4 Servings