Cheese and Prosciutto Stuffed Pork Chops
Cheese and Prosciutto Stuffed Pork Chops
INGREDIENTS
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Serves 4 people.
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4 center cut pork chops, 1 inch thick
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2 oz of Fontina cheese
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1/4 cup of fresh grated parmesan cheese
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4 slices of prosciutto
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2 eggs
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1/3 cup of milk
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1/2 tsp of salt
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1/2 tsp of fresh ground black pepper
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1 cup of seasoned bread crumbs
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3 Tbls of butter
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2 Tbls of extra virgin olive oil
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3/4 cup of dry Marsala wine
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1/2 cup of beef or chicken broth
PREPARATION
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With a sharp knife slice a deep pocket into the pork chop by cutting horizontally.
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Cut the Fontina cheese into 4 equal pieces.
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Insert one slice of prosciutto, one piece of cheese and around a teaspoon of parmesan cheese into the pocket of the chops.
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Secure the pockets with toothpicks.
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In a medium size bowl mix the eggs and the milk.
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Place the breadcrumbs in a separate bowl.
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Season both sides of the chops with salt and pepper.
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Dip the chops into the egg mixture then coat with the breadcrumbs.
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Refrigerate for around a half hour.
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In a large skillet fry the chops in the butter and oil until they are browned and crisp on both sides.
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Add the Marsala wine and broth and cover and cook on medium heat for around 20 t0 25 minutes. Place the chops and spoon over the sauce.
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