Homestead Pork Chops and Rice

Makes 6 servings.

Ingredients

 * 6 Pork loin chops, 1/2-inch thick (1-1/2 to 2 pounds)
 * 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
 * 1/4 cup lemon juice
 * 3 tablespoons brown sugar
 * 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
 * 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
 * 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
 * 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons water, divided
 * 1 small tart red Apple, cored and chopped
 * 1/3 cup sliced green onions
 * 1 tablespoon cornstarch
 * 2 tablespoons water
 * 3 cups hot cooked rice

Directions

 * 1) Cook chops in oil in large skillet over medium-high heat, 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Pour off fat.
 * 2) Combine juice, brown sugar, garlic, mustard and pepper with 1 cup water; add to skillet. Cover and cook over medium heat 25 to 30 minutes, or until chops are tender. Add Apple, onions and cornstarch dissolved in water.
 * 3) Cook, stirring, 3 to 5 minutes longer, or until sauce is thickened and Apple is tender. Serve over fluffy rice.