Maple-Glazed Pork Chops with Brussels Sprouts

• 4 pork loin chops (about 5 ounces each)
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons peanut or olive oil
• 1 cup maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
• 2 cups frozen Brussels sprouts, thawed

1. Season both sides of pork with salt and black pepper.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add pork to hot pan and cook 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
4. In a medium bowl, whisk together maple syrup, mustard, 3 garlic cloves, and ginger.
5. Add sauce to pan and bring to a simmer.
6. Add chops to simmering liquid, cover and cook 5 minutes.
7. Uncover and simmer 5 more minutes, until sauce reduces and pork is cooked through.
8. Meanwhile, in another skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil.
9. Add the Brussels sprouts and the remaining minced garlic clove.
10. Season with salt and pepper.
11. Saute until heated through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
12. Serve immediately.

pork loin chops, salt, peanut, maple syrup, mustard, garlic, fresh ginger, brussels

Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/maple-glazed-pork-chops-with-brussels-sprouts-recipe.html (may not work)