Ingredients:
4 1/2 inches boneless pork chops
2 tablespoons onions, chopped fine
4 tablespoons celery, chopped fine
2 cups bread, cubed into 1/2 inch squares
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons milk
2 -2 1/2 tablespoons asiago cheese, cut into very small pieces,about
basil pesto
salt and pepper ( to season)
olive oil
balsamic vinegar
Directions:
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
Pour a small amount of olive oil into casserole and brush to cover the bottom.
Place the pork chops in the casserole.
Sprinkle tops with salt and pepper.
Bake for 15 minutes without a lid.
While chops bake prepare the stuffing by sauteeing the onions and celery in olive oil until soft.
Remove to a small mixing bowl.
Add a small amount of olive oil to the pan and toast the bread cubes until slightly browned.
Add the to the onion mixture.
Stir in the oregano and milk.
Let cool then add the asaigo.
Remove the pork chops from the oven and place a teaspoon of pesto on the tops.
Cover with the stuffing and sprinkle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Return to the oven for 15 minutes or until the chops are 155 degrees F.
Take the chops out of the oven and sprinkle with a small amount of balsamic vinegar again.
Serve while warm.
Servings: 4-6
Time preparation: 15 min.
Time total: 45 min.