UGH! \u00a0I am the absolute worst about posting updates to this blog despite my good intentions; I mean, my kimchi post is DONE and waiting to be uploaded but I’ve been too lazy to grab the photos off my camera! \u00a0I am shameless!<\/p>\n
In honor of that laziness, today I’m posting a pretty basic recipe that I like to do on weeknights (sans pictures, of course, which kind of makes for a crappy blog, but oh well). I generally use pork with it, but it can be used with chicken breasts or even salmon. \u00a0And heck, if you don’t have tarragon, use thyme; if you don’t have vermouth, use white wine or all chicken stock. \u00a0I like to serve this with some green beans and some crusty bread, which, you can imagine, is the perfect utensil for mopping up the extra sauce (as this recipe provides more than you will possibly need).<\/p>\n
Sauteed Pork Chops with Tarragon and Mustard Sauce<\/span> 4 boneless pork chops, about 3\/4″ thick Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. \u00a0Pat the pork chops dry with a paper towel, and sprinkle the tops with black pepper and then the salt, generously. \u00a0Once the pan has come to heat (the oil should be shimmering slightly, but not smoking), place the chops in, seasoned side down. \u00a0They should sizzle. \u00a0Season the exposed side of the chops and cook until both sides are browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. \u00a0Remove the chops to a plate.<\/p>\n Ditch the oil from the pan, lower the heat to medium, and add the butter, chopped scallions, red pepper flakes, dried tarragon, and a sprinkle of salt. \u00a0Cook for five minutes, stirring occasionally, until the scallions have softened and the tarragon is very fragrant. \u00a0Add the garlic and cook, stirring, for about 30 seconds.<\/p>\n Pour in the vermouth and let it bubble up fiercely, scraping any brown bits from the bottom. \u00a0Add the chicken stock, the reserved pork chops and any of their juices collected on the plate, and bring to a boil. \u00a0Reduce to simmer, cover, and cook for 5 minutes.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, whisk together the heavy cream, mustards, and tarragon in a measuring cup. \u00a0After the 5 minutes are up, remove the pork chops to a serving platter and cover loosely with foil. \u00a0Add the cream mixture to the pan and whisk to incorporate. \u00a0Simmer sauce, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes until the sauce has thickened nicely. Taste for seasonings and pour over chops.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" UGH! \u00a0I am the absolute worst about posting updates to this blog despite my good intentions; I mean, my kimchi post is DONE and waiting to be uploaded but I’ve been too lazy to grab the photos off my camera! … Continue reading
\nServes \u00a04.<\/em><\/p>\n
\nKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
\n2 tbsp olive oil
\n2 tbsp unsalted butter
\n1 bunch scallions, white and pale green parts, chopped
\npinch crushed red pepper flakes
\n1\/2 tsp dried tarragon
\n1 glove garlic, finely minced or grated
\n1\/4 cup dry vermouth
\n1\/2 cup chicken stock, preferably homemade
\n1\/2 cup heavy cream
\n1\/4 cup good Dijon mustard
\n1 tsp good stone-ground mustard
\n2 tsp chopped fresh tarragon<\/p>\n