Ingredients
2
pork loin chops, 1/2 inch thick (1/2 pound)
1/4
teaspoon salt
1/8
teaspoon pepper
2
tablespoons water
2
tablespoons honey
1/4
teaspoon grated lemon peel
1
tablespoon lemon juice
1/2
teaspoon parsley flakes
1
small garlic clove, finely chopped
1
teaspoon cornstarch
1
tablespoon cold water
2
thin slices lemon
Preparation
Arrange pork chops, narrow ends toward center, in square microwavable dish, 8x8x2 inches. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix 2 tablespoons water, the honey, lemon peel, lemon juice, parsley and garlic; pour over pork.
Cover with plastic wrap, folding back one edge or corner 1/4 inch to vent steam. Microwave on Medium (50%) 5 minutes; rotate dish 1/4 turn. Microwave 12 to 15 minutes longer, rotating casserole 1/4 turn every 3 minutes, until slightly pink when cut near bone. Remove pork to warm plates.
- Mix cornstarch and 1 tablespoon water; stir into mixture in dish. Cover tightly and microwave on High 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture thickens and boils. Spoon sauce over pork. Garnish with lemon slices.
