– Pork chops are a budget-friendly, healthy form of protein. This recipe uses bone on chops since that makes for tastier pork.
– With the addition of tomatoes and squash, this recipe is a one-pot meal.
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– Heat olive oil in the Dutch Oven. Rub salt and black pepper onto the chops and pan sear each side of the pork for 1 minute to golden brown. Remove to platter.
– Heat remaining oil and lightly brown the onions and cook the garlic for a minute. Add the rest of vegetables and dried seasonings. Return the pork to pot. Combine the balsamic vinegar and sugar and pour over the pork chops.
– Top with the fresh herbs. Cover the pot and cook in oven for 30 minutes. Test for doneness. If the internal temperature of the pork registers at least 145°F., it is done. Let rest on platter for a few minutes.
Remove pork from refrigerator about 30 minutes before cooking.
– Pat dry with a paper towel. This helps the meat to sear and not steam.
– Don't overcook. Use a meat thermometer to test for doneness.