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Pork Chops Stuffed with Smoked Gouda and Bacon
Submitted by: Darla C.
Rated: 5 out of 5 by 138 members Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes Ready In: 35 Minutes
Yields: 2 servings

"Center-cut pork chops, stuffed with gouda cheese, parsley, and bacon are excellent grilled or broiled."
INGREDIENTS:
2 ounces smoked Gouda
cheese, shredded
4 slices bacon, cooked and
crumbled
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (2 1/4 inch thick) center-cut,
bone-in pork chops
1 teaspoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS:
1. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat.
2. In a small bowl, combine the cheese, bacon, parsley, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
3. Lay the chop flat on cutting board, and with a sharp knife held parallel to the board, cut a pocket into the pork, going all the way to the bone, but leaving the sides intact. Stuff cheese mixture into pocket, and close with a wooden toothpick. Brush meat with oil, and season with salt and more black pepper.
4. Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes on each side, or until pork is done. Careful not to overcook!