Slow Cooking Thursday

This is my first time to participate in this Slow Cooking Thursday. I am determined to use my weekly to save time and money. So follow this link to even more slow-cooker recipes at Diary of a SAHM!

My contribution: Pork Chops l'Orange from Rival Crock-Pot Slow cooker Favorites cookbook. I made this yesterday for my family. B didn't try it---my picky eater---since she was sick---see below! But Larry liked it, and J ate it up, too. It isn't a sweet orange sauce--to Larry's delight.

Pork Chops l'Orange

2 tablespoons extra-virgin Olive oil

8 pork chops ( I used the big economy pack)

1/3 cup orange juice

2 tbsp honey

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp brown sugar

1 tsp. grated orange peel

2 tbsp. cornstarch

1/4 cup water

Sear porkchops on both sides in oil over medium-high heat. (Work in batches.) Set aside.

Combine orange juice, honey, salt, brown sugar and orange peel in crock pot. Add chops, turning to coat each chop well. cover; cook on low 6-8 hours.

Transfer chops to warm plate. Pour liquid into a small saucepan, and bring to a boil. Meanwhile, combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Add to orange sauce. Stir well and continue to simmer on low heat for 5 minutes longer or until thickened. Spoon sauce over chops and serve immediately.

Serves 8

I really enjoyed this one! Something new to eat. Variety is the spice of life!