Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   4                    lean center-cut pork chops -- (1-1/4 to 1-1/2 lbs)
   2      tablespoons   fresh basil -- chopped
     1/4  cup           sun-dried tomatoes
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
   1      cup           tomato juice
     1/2  teaspoon      cayenne pepper sauce -- (ie: Tabasco)
     1/2  cup           water
   1      teaspoon      freshly ground black pepper

Preparation:

Trim and discard excess fat from chops. In a large frying pan, Sear the chops. When the chops are browned on the outside, add the juice, water, hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Cover tightly and simmer 15 minutes. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 10 minutes. Add 1 tbsp of fresh basil, and continue to cook for 8 minutes. Add remaining basil and cook for 3 more minutes. To serve, arrange the pork on a plate, and spoon some of the tomatoes and basil over it.

Nutritional Information:

234 calories; 3g carbohydrates; 23g protein; 13g fat; 187mg sodium; 81mg cholesterol