Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  6                     pork loin chops -- (1-1/2" thick)
  2          teaspoons  butter or margarine
  2          teaspoons  olive oil
  1                cup  dried apricots
     3/4           cup  golden raisins
     1/2           cup  slivered almonds
  3               cups  orange juice
  1           teaspoon  grated orange zest
  1         tablespoon  grated fresh gingerroot
     1/2      teaspoon  cinnamon
     1/2      teaspoon  nutmeg
     1/4      teaspoon  allspice

Preparation:

In a large, heavy skillet, melt butter with olive oil over medium-high heat and quickly brown chops on both sides. Remove chope to a deep casserole dish with a cover. Mix together all other ingredients and add to casserole dish. Cover and bake in a 350'F. oven for 45 minutes, until the pork is tender. Serve chops with hot cooked rice, sliced avocado, and the fruited pan juice

Nutritional Information:

395 Calories (kcal); 15g Total Fat; (32% calories from fat); 24g Protein; 45g Carbohydrate; 51mg Cholesterol; 59mg Sodium