Portion Size: 3 oz. boneless, 5 oz. with bone

Ingredients:     Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients	Notes:
8 boneless pork chops, ½ inch thick	Trim all visible fat
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup oil
1 cup apricot fruit preserves
½  cup lite soy sauce
2 teaspoons ginger
½ teaspoon garlic powder	Or used 2 cloves, minced
3 Tablespoons honey
2  teaspoons, sesame seeds
¼ cup chopped green onions (optional)	Wash, trim and slice.

Directions:

Steps:	Directions:	Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1	In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Brown chops and season with  pepper.
2	Cook chops on both sides, turning only for about 8-9 minutes total	Cook to 145°F for 15 seconds.
3	In a small bowl combine apricot preserves, soy sauce, ginger, garlic powder, honey and sesame seeds.
4	Whisk thoroughly. Pour sauce over chops and heat until thick and bubbly. Serve chops and pour sauce over chops. Top with green onions.