Pan-roasted Pork Chops

1. Pre-heat oven to 400*F and adjust oven rack to lower middle position. Set a large oven-proof pan over medium high heat.

2. Season chops on both sides generously with salt and pepper. Once the pan is hot add the chops and cook, moving occasionally if needed, for 3-4 minutes until well browned. Flip the chops and cook 2 minutes longer. Put the pan in the oven and cook for 10-15 minutes, depending on your preferred doneness and until the fat has started to brown and caramelize, rendering out some of its fat.

3. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Use the pan juices to fry up some onions to top the chops, or add a bit of wine or stock to deglaze then a pat of butter to make a quick pan sauce.