Ingredients

4 bone-in center-cut pork loin chops (3/4 inch thick and 7 ounces each)2 tablespoons canola oil1 cup apple cider or apple juice2 tablespoons brown sugar, divided1 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon dried thyme1 tablespoon cornstarch1 tablespoon cold water2 large tart apples, sliced1/2 cup sliced onion2 tablespoons butter

Preparation

In a large skillet, brown pork chops in oil. Add the cider, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, salt, rosemary and thyme. Cover and cook for 7-8 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°:. Combine the cornstarch and water until smooth; add to the skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened.

Meanwhile, in small skillet, cook the apples, onion, butter and remaining brown sugar over medium heat for 3-4 minutes or until apples are softened. Serve with pork chops.