6

pork shoulder chops

¼

tsp

black pepper

2

cup

breadcrumbs; divided

½

cup

apple; peeled and chopped

1/3

cup

tasty cheddar cheese; shredded

2

Tbs

pecans; finely chopped

¼

tsp

salt

8

tsp

apple pie spice

2

Tbs

butter; melted

1

cup

orange juice; divided

1

Cut a 7cm horizontal pocket in each pork chop, cutting to, but not through, opposite side. Sprinkle with pepper, set aside.

2

Combine 1½ cups breadcrumbs and next 6 ingredients, stir in ½ cup orange juice.

3

Stuff each pork chop evenly with breadcrumb mixture, and dredge in remaining breadcrumbs. Place chops in a 12cm x 8cm x 6cm baking dish, add remaining orange juice. Cover.

4

Bake at 175°C, for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 30 to 35 minutes. Serve immediately.