Rustic New England Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Apple Cider Reduction

Ingredients

• 4 pieces bone-in pork chops
• 1 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 cups apple cider
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped

• 2 cups apple cider
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey

Method

1. 01
   Season the pork chops with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and chopped fresh thyme on both sides.
2. 02
   In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork chops and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
3. 03
   Remove the pork chops from the skillet and set aside. Lower the heat to medium, then add the butter to the skillet.
4. 04
   Pour in the pure maple syrup and let it bubble for a minute, then add the apple cider.
5. 05
   Return the pork chops to the skillet, spooning the maple-cider glaze over the top. Continue cooking, occasionally basting, for another 10 minutes or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
6. 06
   For the apple cider reduction, in a separate saucepan, combine apple cider, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer until the mixture is reduced by half and slightly thickened.
7. 07
   Plate the pork chops and drizzle with the apple cider reduction. Serve immediately.