PORK WITH STRAWBERRY-PORT SAUCE

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I never thought to add fruit to barbecue sauce, but after I saw a contest-winning recipe with the two, I decided to try something similar with pork. I'm glad I did-this turned out to be a family favorite! -Lily Julow, Gainesville, FL

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings (2 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 cup strawberry spreadable fruit
1/4 cup port wine or chicken broth
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
2 teaspoons lime juice
8 pork rib chops (1 inch thick and 8 ounces each)

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onions, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; cook and stir until tender. Stir in spreadable fruit, wine, vinegar and mustard. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 3-4 minutes or until slightly thickened. Add tomatoes; cook 2-3 minutes or until softened. Stir in basil and lime juice., Sprinkle chops with remaining salt and pepper; place on greased grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 355 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 436mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.