Pork Chops with Herb Pesto

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If you have a bounty of fresh herbs in your garden, these pork chops with herb pesto are the perfect meal for taking advantage of summer’s bounty.

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Pork Chops with Herb Pesto

Prep Time 1 hour

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes

Servings 4

Author Lisa B.

Ingredients

• 4 bone-in pork loin chops 3/4 inch thick and 7 ounces each
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon each minced fresh rosemary sage, thyme, parsley and basil
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves minced

Instructions

• Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper.
• In a small bowl, combine the water, herbs, oil and garlic; brush over both sides of chops. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
• Using long-handled tongs, dip a paper towel in cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill chops, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 160°.