6 loin chops, cut 3/4 inch
thick
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. sage
2 pears
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1-1/2 c. hot water
1/2 c. maple syrup
1 tbsp. cider vinegar
Parsley
Rub pork chops with 1/4 teaspoon salt and sage. Brown slowly in
hot skillet. Place in shallow baking dish. Core and slice pears.
But do not peel. Arrange slices on top of pork chops. Blend
cornstarch into fat drippings in skillet. Gradually stir in hot
water and cook until thickened. Add syrup, vinegar and remaining
3/4 tsp. of salt. Pour sauce over pork chops and pears. Cover
and bake at 350 degrees about 1 hour or until pork chops are
tender. Garnish with parsley.