Raspberry Pork Chops

Beef and poultry are always at the top of my list during grilling season, but there are times when pork fits the dish the best.  Pork always seems to pair well with raspberries, and berry season seemed like a great time to try this on the grill.  This recipe uses our Pastamore Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar and pairs it with pork chops.  This recipe would also work with chicken if you have an aversion to pork.

Ingredients:   serves - 3-4
1 lb - pork chops
1 Tbsp - Pastamore Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar
1 tsp - vegetable or grapeseed oil
1/2 tsp - dried rosemary
As needed - salt and black pepper
9-12 fresh raspberries as garnish (optional)

1.  Combine the Pastamore Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar, oil, and dried rosemary in a mixing bowl.  Use a whisk to mix well.  Place the pork chops into a plastic zip-top bag, and add the vinegar/rosemary mixture.  Mix until the pork chops are evenly coated.  Place to the side for a minimum of ten minutes.

2.  Turn on the grill to medium-high heat.

3.  Remove the pork chops from the bag, and season generously on both sides with salt and black pepper (more seasoning will be needed for a thicker cut chop).

4.  Place the pork chops on the grill.  Cook until a nice grill lines have been reached, and then rotate the meat 90 degrees.  Flip the meat once during the cooking process, repeating the same rotation process as before.  Remove the pork from the grill when the desired temperature has been reached, a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees fahrenheit is recommended.

5.  Plate the pork chops, and garnish with a drizzle of Pastamore Raspberry Balsamic Vinegar and fresh raspberries.

Jalapeño Cilantro Grilled Corn

Even if your BBQ recipe is a winner, sometimes it can be difficult to come up with delicious and easy side dishes.  This quick recipe uses our Pastamore Fresh Jalapeño Oil and pairs it with fresh corn and fresh cilantro.  The corn packs a punch with the jalapeño oil, and it will really spice up any of your grilling adventures.

Ingredients:     Serves - 4
4 ears - fresh corn
1 Tbsp+ - Pastamore Fresh Jalapeño Oil
6 sprigs - fresh cilantro
As needed - salt and black pepper

Directions:
1.  Place a large pot of water on the stove over high heat.  Bring to a boil.

2.  Shuck the ears of corn.  Cut off the stem and top, and be sure to remove as many of the 'strings' from the corn as possible.

3.  Place the corn into the boiling water.  Cook until they are tender to the touch but are not completely cooked.  Place on a towel or paper towel and pat the corn dry.

4.  Turn the grill on high/medium-high heat.

5.  Rub the corn with the Pastamore Fresh Jalapeño Oil so that they are throughly covered.  Season generously with salt and black pepper.

6.  Place the corn on the grill, and cook until grill marks have been achieved on all sides.

7.  Chop the cilantro.  Garnish the cooked corn with the cilantro and serve.

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