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Italian Pork Chops with Pasta

Italian Pork Chops

Probably our very best pork chop recipe - Italian Pork Chops with Pasta! A great combination of Italian ingredients with pork loin chops and pasta. Definitely a five star rating!

Italian Pork Chops with Pasta Recipe

INGREDIENTS:

  • 4 pork loin chops
  • 1 red pepper, cut into strips
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 28 oz can plum tomatoes, (796ml)
  • 14 oz can tomato sauce (400ml)
  • 1/4 tsp (2 ml) ground black pepper
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) dried oregano
  • salt to taste
  • 1 - 2 tbsp (15-30ml) olive oil
  • 2 cups (200 gm) Cavatappi pasta or spiral macaroni-style noodles (uncooked)
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    METHOD:

    Heat oil in large saucepan and then brown pork chops on both sides and set aside.

    Add onions to the pan and sauté, adding the garlic and red pepper and then cooking for a few minutes until tender.

    Add canned tomatoes, tomato sauce and seasonings and bring to a boil.

    Add noodles and then finally add the pork chops and any juices back to the pan.

    Cover and simmer for 35 - 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

    Serves four.

     

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