Maple Sugar Glazed Pork With Baked Apples And Thyme

Name: Maple Sugar Glazed Pork With Baked Apples And Thyme
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (6 ounce) lean pork chops, trimmed, about 6 ozs each; 1 ounce butter, for greasing; 1 -2 tablespoon Dijon mustard; 4 ounces brown sugar; 4 tablespoons maple syrup; 1/3 - 1/2 cup cider; 1 red onion, peeled and diced finely; 2 large apples, halved and cored; salt; pepper; fresh thyme

Servings: persons

1
Put the chops & apple halves into a large buttered ovenproof dish - along side each other, it does not matter if they fit snugly.
2
Mix the maple syrup, sugar, mustard and cider together to make a thickish, sludgy syrupy, paste and spread over the top of the chops & apples.
3
Allow to rest/marinade at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
4
Preheat the oven to 2250C/450F/Gas 6.
5
Sprinkle the chopped onion over the top of the chops and apples, and place several sprigs of fresh thyme on top.
6
Season well with freshly ground pepper and sea salt.
7
Bake for about 45 to 60 minutes, or until chops are and apples are cooked, soft and golden brown and glazed. (Cooking time depends on the thickness ans size of the chops).
8
You can flash the chops and apples under a grill to achieve a deeper and stickier glaze.
9
Serve each person with one chop, one-half of apple and some of the juices and the glaze. Garnish with some fresh thyme.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (6 ounce) lean pork chops, trimmed, about 6 ozs each, 1 ounce butter, for greasing, 1 -2 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 4 ounces brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Maple Sugar Glazed Pork With Baked Apples And Thyme falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!