Pork Chops with Apples & Onions

This recipe is the favorite of my good friend Emily. I think of her every time I make it. Here's to you, Emily!

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 4 bone-in center-cut pork loin chops (1-inch thick and ounces each)
• 2 medium onions, thinly sliced
• 2 medium tart apples, peeled and chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Directions

• In a small bowl, combine the pepper, salt and garlic powder. Rub over pork chops. Grill chops, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
• Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute onions and apples in butter until tender. Stir in brown sugar; cook until thickened and bubbly. Serve with pork chops.