Garlic Fig Pork Chops

There were some nice looking pork chops on sale at the store, and I thought it was a great chance to give this recipe a try. This is a simple recipe that really let's the pork be the star of the show. The Pastamore Roasted Garlic Grapeseed Oil and Pastamore Fig Balsamic Vinegar compliment both the pork and the green beans. This recipe wold pair well with brown rice or mashed potatoes and a tasty glass of wine.

Ingredients:  serves 4
1 lb - pork chops (4 chops)
2 cups - fresh green beans
1 tsp - herbs de provence
2 tsp - Pastamore Roasted Garlic Grapeseed Oil
2 Tbsp - Pastamore Fig Balsamic Vinegar
1/2 tsp - salt
1/4 tsp - black pepper
1/2 tsp - red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions:
1. Evenly season the pork chops with the herbs de provence and other spices. Heat a large frying pan on the stove over medium/medium-high heat. Once hot, add the Pastamore Roasted Garlic Grapeseed Oil and allow to heat. Add the pork chops, turning once during the cooking process, and cook to a minimum internal temperature of 145ºF.

2. While the pork is cooking remove the stems from the green beans and rinse.

3. Once the pork has been cooked, remove from the pan and place on a plate to rest. Add the green beans to the pan and begin to cook. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Remove from the heat once the desired tenderness has been reached.

4. Plate the green beans and top with the pork chop. Drizzle the Pastamore Fig Balsamic Vinegar over the pork and serve.