Pork Chops Primavera - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 slices pepper bacon, cut in 1 inch pieces
12 ounces trimmed fresh young green beans
1 tablespoon soy sauce
4 pork chops, 1/2 inch thick
1/3 cup apple butter
1/4 cup water
1 1 cup yellow cherry tomatoes or 1 cup grape tomatoes

Preparation

In 12 inch skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crisp. Remove. Reserve 1 tablespoon of drippings in skillet. Drain bacon on paper towels.
Meanwhile, in 2-quart microwave safe dish, cook beans in 2 tablespoons of water, covered, on high for 4 minutes, stirring once. Drain and set aside.
Brush pork chops with soy sauce. In skillet, brown chops on both sides. Add apple butter and the 1/4 cup water. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 5 minutes.
Add beans, tomatoes, and bacon. cook uncovered 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens.
Serve and enjoy!