Breaded Pork Chops With Fresh Applesauce

Instructions

1. Combine milk and 2 tablespoons salt in a 1-gallon sealable plastic bag, then add pork chops and marinate 1-2 hours.
2. For applesauce, place apples in a 3-quart saucepan with sugar, vinegar, bay leaf and allspice; bring mixture to a boil over medium heat, and stir occasionally; reduce heat to medium-low, cover and cook 15-20 minutes, or until apples are falling apart and liquid is absorbed; remove from heat, discard bay leaf and mash apples; set aside.
3. While applesauce cooks, pulse bread in blender or processor to make 3 1/2 cups crumbs; combine breadcrumbs with garlic, rosemary, thyme and remaining teaspoon salt in a shallow bowl; remove chops from milk and dredge in crumb mixture to coat both sides.
4. Heat 2 tablespoons oil with 2 tablespoons butter in a heavy, large skillet over medium heat about 1 minute, or until bubbling; cook chops 4 1/2 minutes per side; serve pork chops with applesauce.