Balsamic-Thyme Pork Chops with Parmesan Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• •2½ tbsp balsamic vinegar
• •1 tbsp thyme
• •1 clove garlic
• •½ tsp ground pepper
• •4 tbsp milk
• •1 pinch nutmeg
• •3 tbsp olive oil
• •2 tbsp parmesan cheese
• •2 pork chops
• •4 medium potatoes
• •½ tsp salt
• •salt and pepper

Method

From foodista.com — read the original

1. 1With a sharp knife, make several incisions in the meat.
2. 2Rub pork chops with salt, pepper and thyme.
3. 3Brown the pork chops in olive oil over medium heat for about 3 minutes on each side.
4. 4Add balsamic vinegar to the pan, simmer for 2-3 minutes or until the sauce slightly thickens.
5. 5Remove the chops from the pan, set aside and keep warm.
6. 6Add 2 tablespoons water to the sauce, stir until smooth.
7. 7Pour sauce over the pork chops, serve with hot mashed potatoes and a salad.
8. 8Cook potatoes in salted water for about 10-15 minutes.
9. 9Drain.
10. 10Mash the potatoes.
11. 11Stir grated cheese into milk over low heat.
12. 12Add nutmeg and garlic.
13. 13Blend in olive oil, stir and combine.
14. 14Add the mixture to the mashed potatoes, mash some more until smooth.