Bitsy's Kitchen. Seared Pork Chops with Fresh Basil and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Seared Pork Chops with Fresh Basil and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
4 lean center cut pork chops (1-1/4 to 1-1/2 lb.) 2 Tbsp. fresh basil, chopped 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes 1/2 tsp. salt	1 cup tomato juice 1/2 tsp. Tabasco 1/2 cup water 1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

Trim and discard excess fat from chops. In a large frying pan, Sear the chops. When the chops are browned on the outside, add the juice, water, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Cover tightly and simmer 15 minutes. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 10 minutes. Add 1 Tbsp. of fresh basil, and continue to cook for 8 minutes. Add remaining basil and cook for 3 more minutes. To serve, arrange the pork on a plate, and spoon some of the tomatoes and basil over it.
Servings: 4

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION per serving: 234 calories; 3g carbohydrates; 23g protein;
13g fat; 187 mg sodium; 81 mg cholesterol
Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Medium Fat; 1 Vegetable