Creole-Seasoned Pork Chops

Creole-Seasoned Pork Chop
Serves 4

2 tbsp. olive oil
4 pork chops
Salt
Pepper
Creole seasoning (recipe follows)
Sautéed cabbage (recipe follows)

Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chops with salt, pepper, and creole seasoning. Add pork chops to skillet and cook for 3 minutes per side. Place skillet in the oven for 10 minutes. Let rest for a few minutes and serve with sautéed cabbage.

Creole Seasoning

2 1/2 tbsp. paprika
2 tbsp. salt
2 tbsp. garlic powder
1 tbsp. black pepper
1 tbsp. onion powder
1 tbsp. cayenne pepper
1 tbsp. dried oregano

Mix together thoroughly.

Sautéed Cabbage

1 head of cabbage, cored and chopped
2 tbsp. olive oil
2 c. diced bacon
2 shallots, thinly sliced
1/4 c. sherry
s&p to taste

Heat oil in large skillet. Add chopped bacon and cook until done. Add cabbage and shallots and cook until wilted. Add sherry and heat through. Season to taste.

Recipes modified from Emeril Lagasse.