Flavorful Pork Chops Stuffed with Smoked Gouda and Bacon
"Easy and elegant enough for the in-laws. Be sure, when filling the chops, not to stuff it too full, or the meat will be done cooking before the cheese has melted. This flavorful pork chops with smoked Gouda and bacon are excellent grilled or broiled. "
Equipment
- Outdoor Grill
- Small Bowl
Ingredients
- 2 ounces smoked Gouda cheese, shredded
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 (2 1/4 inch thick) centre-cut, bone-in pork chops
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 Ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat.
- In a small bowl, combine the cheese, bacon, parsley, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper.
- 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.
- 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!
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