ORANGE PORK CHOPS 
6 pork loin chops (1/2 inch thick)
1 tbsp. cooking oil
3/4 c. water
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 1/4 tsp. salt
1 med. orange
1/2 c. sugar
1 tbsp. cornstarch
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
12 whole cloves
1 c. fresh orange juice

In a large skillet, brown chops in oil on both sides. Add water, paprika, pepper and 1 teaspoon salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer about 35 minutes, turning once. Meanwhile grate peel from the stem end of the orange, then cut 6 slices from the other end. Set aside. In a saucepan, over medium high, combine 1 tablespoon peel, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, cloves and remaining salt. Stir in juice. Cook and stir until thickened. Add orange slices, cover and remove from heat. To serve, top chops with sauce and orange slices. Serves 6.

 

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