Pumpkin-Cider Braised Pork Chops with Shallots and Thyme

Olive Oil

Kosher Salt

freshly Ground Black Pepper

Boneless Center Cut Pork Loin Chops ((approximately 2 pounds total))

medium Shallots (, peeled, cut into thin slices across the shallot and separated into rings)

large Garlic Cloves (, peeled and diced)

fresh Thyme leaves ((with some sprigs reserved for garnish))

Sprouts Signature Organic Pumpkin Spiced Apple Cider

Low Sodium Chicken Stock

Apple Brandy*

Dijon Mustard

Sprouts Signature Organic Pumpkin Spice Applesauce

Supplies: instant read thermometer