Lemon-Honey Pork Chops

 

2

pork loin chops, 1/2 inch thick (1/2 pound)

1/4

teaspoon salt

1/8

teaspoon pepper

2

tablespoons water

2

tablespoons honey

1/4

teaspoon grated lemon peel

1

tablespoon lemon juice

1/2

teaspoon parsley flakes

1

small garlic clove, finely chopped

1

teaspoon cornstarch

1

tablespoon cold water

2

thin slices lemon

• 1 Arrange pork chops, narrow ends toward center, in square microwavable dish, 8x8x2 inches. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix 2 tablespoons water, the honey, lemon peel, lemon juice, parsley and garlic; pour over pork.
• 2 Cover with plastic wrap, folding back one edge or corner 1/4 inch to vent steam. Microwave on Medium (50%) 5 minutes; rotate dish 1/4 turn. Microwave 12 to 15 minutes longer, rotating casserole 1/4 turn every 3 minutes, until slightly pink when cut near bone. Remove pork to warm plates.
• 3 3. Mix cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water; stir into mixture in dish. Cover tightly and microwave on High 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture thickens and boils. Spoon sauce over pork. Garnish with lemon slices.