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+### **Cherry Pepper Pork Chops with Garlic Butter Sauce**  
+*The ultimate weeknight-friendly dish with restaurant-quality flavor*  
+
+---
+
+### **Ingredients**  
+**For the Pork:**  
+- 2 bone-in pork chops (1-inch thick)  
+- ½ cup liquid from jarred cherry peppers  
+- 2 tbsp olive oil  
+
+**For the Sauce:**  
+- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided  
+- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced  
+- ½ cup cherry pepper brine (from the same jar)  
+- 6-8 cherry peppers, sliced (adjust for heat preference)  
+- 1 tbsp honey  
+- 1 tbsp chicken stock or white wine (optional)  
+- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)  
+
+---
+
+### **Instructions**  
+
+#### **1. Quick Brine (1-24 Hours)**  
+- In a resealable bag, combine pork chops and cherry pepper brine.  
+- Refrigerate:  
+  - **1 hour** for good flavor  
+  - **Overnight** for maximum flavor penetration  
+- Remove chops from brine and pat VERY dry with paper towels.  
+
+#### **2. Perfect Sear**  
+- Heat olive oil in heavy skillet over medium-high until shimmering.  
+- Add chops, pressing gently with spatula for even contact.  
+- Sear undisturbed 3-4 minutes per side until deeply golden.  
+- Transfer to plate and tent loosely with foil.  
+
+#### **3. 5-Minute Restaurant Sauce**  
+- Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 tbsp butter to same skillet.  
+- Sauté garlic 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.  
+- Add cherry peppers, brine, and honey. Simmer 2-3 minutes until slightly syrupy.  
+- Optional: Add stock/wine for extra depth.  
+- Remove from heat. Swirl in remaining 2 tbsp butter until glossy.  
+- Taste and adjust seasoning (likely won't need salt).  
+
+#### **4. Serve & Enjoy**  
+- Plate pork chops, spoon sauce generously over top.  
+- Garnish with parsley.  
+
+**Perfect Pairings:**  
+- Creamy polenta or mashed potatoes  
+- Crusty bread for sauce mopping  
+- Simple arugula salad with lemon  
+
+---
+
+### **Pro Tips for Success**  
+✔️ **Dry chops = better crust** - Pat thoroughly before searing  
+✔️ **Control the heat** - Medium-high prevents burning the garlic later  
+✔️ **Butter last** - Added off-heat for velvety texture  
+✔️ **Make it yours** - Add red pepper flakes or fresh herbs if desired  
+
+---
+
+### **Why This Recipe Wins**  
+✅ **Faster than takeout** - Active time under 20 minutes  
+✅ **Pantry-friendly** - Uses jarred peppers you likely have  
+✅ **Forgiving technique** - Brine prevents dryness even if slightly overcooked  
+✅ **Big flavor payoff** - Tangy, spicy, buttery perfection  
+
+This is the pork chop recipe you'll make on repeat - impressive enough for company, easy enough for Tuesday nights. The cherry pepper brine works magic, keeping the meat juicy while packing every bite with flavor.  
+
+*Final Note:* The sauce is so good you'll want to double it. Trust me.