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Almond-Crusted Pork with Dijon Glaze
Yields4 Servings
Prep Time10 minsCook Time12 minsTotal Time22 mins
 ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
 ¼ cup finely chopped almonds
 2 large egg whites
 4 (5-oz.) boneless pork loin center cut chops
 2 tbsp honey
 2 tbsp Maille Whole Grain Old Style Dijon Mustard
 4 cups broccoli florets
1

Preheat broiler. Coat a broiler pan with nonstick cooking spray. In a shallow dish combine breadcrumbs and almonds. In a separate shallow dish lightly beat egg whites. Season pork chops with freshly ground pepper to taste.

2

Dip chops in egg whites, then in breadcrumb mixture, turning to coat both sides. Place chops on broiler pan. Broil 4 inches from heat source 6 to 7 minutes per side or until an instant-read thermometer registers 160°F. Remove from broiler and let stand 5 minutes.

3

Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine honey and mustard. Drizzle over pork, and serve with steamed broccoli.

Make it a Meal:
Serve with steamed brown rice or quinoa blend.

Culinary Talking Points:
Dijon mustard is prepared mustard blended with white wine or verjus. Mustard is a great emulsifier. When used to make a vinaigrette, mustard prevents the oil and vinegar from separating.

Ingredients

 ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
 ¼ cup finely chopped almonds
 2 large egg whites
 4 (5-oz.) boneless pork loin center cut chops
 2 tbsp honey
 2 tbsp Maille Whole Grain Old Style Dijon Mustard
 4 cups broccoli florets

Directions

1

Preheat broiler. Coat a broiler pan with nonstick cooking spray. In a shallow dish combine breadcrumbs and almonds. In a separate shallow dish lightly beat egg whites. Season pork chops with freshly ground pepper to taste.

2

Dip chops in egg whites, then in breadcrumb mixture, turning to coat both sides. Place chops on broiler pan. Broil 4 inches from heat source 6 to 7 minutes per side or until an instant-read thermometer registers 160°F. Remove from broiler and let stand 5 minutes.

3

Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine honey and mustard. Drizzle over pork, and serve with steamed broccoli.

Notes

Almond-Crusted Pork with Dijon Glaze