Stuffed Pork Chops with Smoked Gouda and Bacon

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   1.Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat or preheat skillet on the stove top to medium heat if cooking inside.

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   2.In a small bowl, mix together the cheese, bacon, parsley, and black pepper.

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   3.Lay the pork chop flat on a cutting board.

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   With a sharp knife held parallel to the board, cut a pocket into the pork, going all the way to the bone, but leaving the sides intact.

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   If using a boneless pork chop, cut a pocket, stopping 1/4 inch away from the opposite edge of the pork.

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   Stuff cheese mixture into pocket, and close with a wooden toothpick.

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   Brush the meat lightly with oil, season with salt and more black pepper if desired.

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   4.If grilling, lightly brush the grill with oil.

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   Grill over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes on each side, or until pork is done.

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    If cooking inside on a skillet, cooking times and instructions are about the same as outdoor grilling times.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.